Use this 60-second self-check to see whether your dizziness needs emergency care now, neurology review within 24 hours, or a vestibular specialist within a week. Built on the same emergency-medicine rules used in casualty departments.

60-Second Vertigo Red-Flag Self-Check

Built on emergency-medicine rules (HINTS+ and ABCD2). Answer 6 quick questions to see whether your dizziness needs immediate emergency care, urgent neurology review, or a vestibular specialist.

This is not a substitute for medical evaluation. If you are unsure or symptoms worsen, seek care.

  1. In the last few hours, did the dizziness start suddenly with the worst headache of your life?
  2. Are you noticing slurred speech, double vision, or facial drooping with the dizziness?
  3. Is there weakness or numbness on one side of your body or face?
  4. Even when sitting still feels okay, are you unable to walk in a straight line?
  5. Has the vertigo been continuous for more than 24 hours (not coming and going in episodes)?
  6. Is there sudden hearing loss or severe new ringing in one ear with the vertigo?
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If your symptoms are not emergency-level but you want to understand what type of vertigo you may have, take the Vertigo Type Triage →

Designed by Dr. Prateek Kumar Porwal · DNB ENT, CAMVD · Prime ENT Center, Hardoi