Episodes of vertigo, ataxia, or imbalance lasting minutes to hours? Episodic ataxia type 2 is a manageable genetic condition affecting coordination, which is not typically dangerous.

Progressive hearing loss or balance issues in children or adults? An enlarged vestibular aqueduct is a common congenital inner ear anomaly that is long-term manageable and usually not a sign of acute danger.

Sudden dizziness or hearing shift after trauma or pressure changes? Perilymph fistula is a treatable inner ear fluid leak, not uncommon post-injury and rarely life-threatening.

Chronic unsteadiness or oscillopsia in dim light? Bilateral vestibular failure is a recognised condition often linked to ageing or medications, manageable for most, not typically ominous.

Sudden vertigo with hearing changes after infection? Labyrinthitis is a common inner ear inflammation that improves for most and is not typically serious.

Sudden, severe vertigo after a viral illness? Vestibular neuritis is a common inner ear inflammation that resolves for most, not a sign of something grave.

Brief dizzy bursts or unsteadiness? Vestibular paroxysmia is a treatable nerve irritation disorder, not uncommon and rarely serious. At Harley AVM, our team provides effective control.

Persistent dizziness without spinning? PPPD is a common vestibular disorder triggered by prior events, manageable with targeted therapy, and not a sign of serious illness.

Dizzy spells with or without headaches? Vestibular migraine affects many and is highly manageable, not a harbinger of serious disease. At Harley AVM, our team delivers targeted control.

Hearing your heartbeat or footsteps loudly? This thinning of the inner ear structure is uncommon but treatable, and it typically does not signal grave illness.