Call your doctor if you:

• Are having episodes of dizziness, especially if they are happening more often or are worse in intensity
• Have signs of an infection such as fever or chills
• Are concerned that your medication may be causing dizziness
• Experience hearing loss

Call for medical help or go to the emergency room right away if you have:

• A head injury
• Rapid, irregular heartbeat, or chest pain
• High fever

Look for and know the signs of stroke. These may include:

• Face drooping—one side of the face is numb or drooping
• Arm weakness—one arm is numb, weak, or drifts downward when trying to raise it up
• Speech difficulty—includes slurring, inability to speak, or inability to repeat a simple sentence
• Leg numbness or weakness
• Confusion or difficulty understanding
• Difficulty walking
• Loss of balance
• Sudden, severe headache with no known cause

To avoid injuries, make these lifestyle changes:

• If you are feeling dizzy, sit down right away. Also, avoid activities that could cause harm, like driving, using machinery, or climbing a ladder.
• Remove items in your home that could cause you to lose your balance such as throw rugs and loose electrical cords.
• Place slip-resistant mats in your shower and on your bathroom floor.
• Place night lights in hallways and in the bathroom.
• Use a cane if you feel that you need extra support.