My head is spinning - what can I do?

Rare attacks of dizziness are experienced by everyone. They arise because of insufficient intake of oxygen in the brain tissue and deterioration of blood circulation. But frequent dizziness - the symptoms of serious diseases and violations of internal organs. In this article we will find out why the head may be dizzy, which specialists should be contacted to find out the exact reasons and what to do with dizziness in the first place.

Sometimes it's dizzy: what to do?

First of all, you need to pull yourself together. Severe sudden dizziness can lead to loss of balance and even fainting, so do not panic. You should immediately find a point of support, and it is better to sit down or lie down. In this case, the head and shoulders should be on the same line, so that the blood circulation in the brain is normalized. It is advisable to open the window if you were in the room, and breathe in fresh air. This will enrich the blood with oxygen and will quickly improve your condition.

You also need to remember these tips:

• always have at hand a small container with drinking water;
• in sunny weather, wear a hat and sunglasses;
• Do not wear clothing that prevents blood circulation (tightly tightened ties, scarves).

How quickly to get rid of dizziness?

If an attack has overtaken you in a public place, you need to focus as soon as possible on some subject or person. This will not allow you to lose consciousness. It is desirable to find a place where you can sit or at least lean your hand against the wall. As you know, the smell of ammonia helps to quickly recover, so it's better to carry a bottle of this product and a cotton pad if you have a tendency to dizziness.

Possible causes of persistent dizziness

• the side effects of drugs;
• migraine;
• inflammation of the ear (otitis);
• craniocerebral trauma, concussion;
• diseases of the vestibular apparatus;
• poisoning;
• stroke;
• vegetovascular dystonia;
• brain tumor;
• neurosis, depression.

Vertigo in women can be a sign of hormonal imbalance , including during pregnancy.

How to get rid of constant dizziness?

First of all, you need to determine the true cause of the seizures. To do this, you must first turn to the therapist, then to the neurologist. Specialists will help to establish and diagnose diseases that cause dizziness, after which the treatment will be prescribed.

General recommendations:

• more often to go for a walk, especially in the evening;
• ventilate the premises in which you live and work;
• regularly give the body at least the minimum physical activity, for example, do exercises in the morning;
• if possible - swim more;
• provide adequate nutrition, special attention should be given to a sufficient number of vitamins C, E, A, Group B.

Also a very important component is iron, so in the diet you need to include apples daily, 2-3 pieces per day.

Folk remedies for dizziness

1. Before eating, use a teaspoon of ground kelp powder.
2. Instead of regular tea, drink strong broths with sugar or honey from the leaves of peppermint, lemon balm.
3. In case of sudden dizziness, inhale pairs of freshly cut onions or rub onion juice into whiskey.
4. At least three times a day, drink 150-200 ml of natural carrot juice. It is better to cook it yourself before each reception.
5. In a glass of boiling water, make a teaspoon of clover flowers. Drink 15 ml of the solution 5 times a day until the condition improves.