Sitapur is about 60 kilometres from my clinic in Hardoi — close enough for a day trip, far enough that many patients delay coming. I understand that. But if you are dealing with recurring dizziness, the sooner we look at the actual cause, the faster you recover.
Vertigo is not something you just “live with.” In most cases, especially if the room is spinning when you turn in bed or get up in the morning, it is a fixable ear problem. And the fix does not require surgery, injections, or long-term medication.
The Problem with How Vertigo is Treated in Most Clinics
The standard response to a patient saying “chakkar aa raha hai” is: check BP, give betahistine, and say come back if it continues. Sometimes that works for mild cases. But for true vestibular vertigo, this approach delays proper treatment by weeks or months.
What actually needs to happen is a Dix-Hallpike test to check for BPPV, an ear examination, and if needed, a VNG (Videonystagmography) assessment. We are the only clinic in Central UP with VNG equipment — used to precisely map the vestibular system.
Common Vertigo Conditions We Treat
BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) — by far the most common. Caused by calcium crystals moving into the wrong ear canal. Treated with the Epley maneuver or my Bangalore Maneuver (for anterior canal type). One to two sessions. No medicine needed.
Vestibular Neuritis — Viral infection of the balance nerve. Comes on suddenly, often after a cold or flu. Causes severe dizziness for days. Treated with steroids initially, then vestibular rehabilitation exercises.
Meniere’s Disease — Inner ear fluid pressure disorder. Dizziness with hearing fluctuation and ringing (tinnitus). Needs longer management with diet changes, medication, and monitoring.
Vestibular Migraine — Migraine that presents as vertigo, sometimes without headache. Often misdiagnosed. Needs specific migraine treatment, not just vertigo medication.
The Vitamin D Connection — Important for Sitapur Patients
One thing I see often in patients from Central UP, including Sitapur, is Vitamin D deficiency linked to recurrent BPPV. Low Vitamin D weakens the calcium regulation in your inner ear, making the crystals more likely to dislodge. If your BPPV keeps coming back every few months, a Vitamin D check and supplementation can significantly reduce recurrence.
How to Come from Sitapur
Sitapur to Hardoi is about 60km — roughly 1 hour 10 minutes by road. Appointment booking is available Monday to Saturday. Please WhatsApp or call in advance, especially if you want a VNG test slot. VNG tests need to be booked ahead.
Note for VNG patients: Do not take anti-vertigo medicines (betahistine, Stemetil, Vertin) for 48 hours before the VNG test. They suppress the eye movements we are measuring. If you are unsure, call us before stopping any medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions — Sitapur Patients
Is there a vertigo specialist in Sitapur?
Not with dedicated vestibular diagnostic equipment. For a proper VNG-based diagnosis and maneuver treatment, Hardoi is the closest option in Central UP — 60km away.
Mujhe chakkar tab aata hai jab main karwat leta hoon — kya yeh serious hai?
Yeh BPPV ke classic lakshan hain — kaan ke andar ke crystals galat jagah chale jaate hain. Yeh serious nahi hai, lekin iska ilaaj zaroori hai. Ek baar clinic mein dekhne se hi pata chal jaata hai aur aksar usi din theek bhi ho jaata hai.
What tests will be done at the first visit?
At minimum: Dix-Hallpike test, ear examination, and case history. If the diagnosis is unclear, we recommend a VNG test — which gives a complete map of your balance system. VNG takes about 45–60 minutes and is painless.
My mother is 70 and scared to travel. Can she come to Hardoi?
Yes. Many of my patients are elderly, and the maneuver treatment is gentle and safe. If she is very unsteady, come with family and WhatsApp us first — we can advise on what to expect and help make the visit as smooth as possible.
How long does treatment take?
For BPPV: one clinic session, with results noticed within 24–48 hours. For vestibular neuritis: 2–4 weeks with exercises. For Meniere’s or vestibular migraine: longer, ongoing management with regular check-ins.
Medical Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. Please consult Dr. Prateek Porwal (MS, DNB, CAMVD) at Prime ENT Center, Hardoi for personal medical evaluation and treatment. Website: primeentcenter.in