Why you should see your GP with dizzy spells

While it may seem a common occurrence for many people, establishing the cause of persistent dizziness is essential...

Feeling off-balance, light-headed, faint or as if you or the room are spinning (also known as vertigo) can all be referred to as being ‘dizzy’. Dizziness also has a multitude of possible causes. Although these are often nothing serious, the consequences of dizziness – especially in the elderly, such as falls – can be catastrophic.

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