Updated guide: This DHI score article has been consolidated into the main Dizziness Handicap Inventory guide: Dizziness Handicap Inventory: DHI Score Meaning .
The main guide now covers DHI score meaning, score limitations, follow-up use, red flags, and related dizziness evaluation links.
About this article
Who wrote this? Written and medically reviewed by Dr. Prateek Kumar Porwal — DNB ENT, CAMVD-certified ENT and vestibular specialist at Prime ENT Center, Hardoi.
How was this page created? Based on clinical experience treating vertigo and BPPV patients at Prime ENT Center, standard vestibular medicine references (Bárány Society criteria, AAO-HNS guidelines), and questions patients commonly ask in OPD. It is reviewed periodically for accuracy.
Why was this page created? To help patients understand vertigo and inner-ear conditions safely before consultation. It is patient education, not a substitute for personalised medical advice or in-person evaluation.
Last medically reviewed: June 14, 2026 .
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Dr. Prateek Porwal
Dr. Prateek Porwal (MBBS, DNB ENT, CAMVD) is a vertigo and BPPV specialist at Prime ENT Center, Nagheta Road, Hardoi, UP 241001. Inventor of the Bangalore Maneuver. Only VNG + Stabilometry setup in Central UP. Online consultations available across India — call/WhatsApp 7393062200.
