Poor you!! So wonderful that you have a caring Dr who visit’s your home, unheard of in the USA.
My cousin’s father-in-law had a similar situation and I remember her telling me that he did a series of exercises, if you call them that, where he would throw himself on the bed in various ways ~ I thought she was joking, but obviously not. He eventually got better but it was truly an odd form of treatment!
Wishing you a speedy recovery!
Carrie
Fraussie
August 2nd, 2012 at 11:10 pm
The doctor was actually from an emergency service. Normal doctors rarely do house calls, though mine might have if she hadn’t been away. I’m fine now and am hoping it won’t happen again, but at least I’ll be prepared and can throw myself on the bed!
Wow, that’s weird. At least you know it’s not from advanced age! Hope you’re doing ok now.
Fraussie
August 2nd, 2012 at 11:11 pm
I’ve discovered it’s more frequent than you’d imagine. The physio isn’t sure the doctor really knew what he was doing but it certainly worked! It knocked me flat but we’re going to Blois for the weekend and I intend to get some R&R.
Townsvillean
August 3rd, 2012 at 4:17 am
I hate when people say: “I’ve had that (only worse)!” But, I have had that – a total of three times actually. The last was when I was in Paris and walking out to dinner with you and JM. You might recall me weaving about a little on the footpath. Other times I couldn’t get up without becoming violently ill. A common feature for me is the way the room/world spins as if i was very drunk. I thankfully don’t get the headaches though.
Oh, my goodness. Thankfully you feel better and know the cause of the nausea and vomiting. I’ve never heard of such a thing and REALLY hope that I never experience it.
As for the SOS medecins, the doctor arrived within about 15 minutes, which was much sooner than we expected, when we called them in June. I haven’t seen a similar service in other countries and think that it’s a fantastic idea.
Even though the symptoms have disappeared, take it easy until your strength returns!
Fraussie
August 5th, 2012 at 12:46 am
I can remember waiting more than 2 hours for the SOS medecins doctor to arrive, admittedly in the middle of the night so I was certainly thankful this one arrived so quickly. I’ve seen the physio who says I have no signs of anything now and am feeling much better.
Bernadette S
August 3rd, 2012 at 11:36 pm
I’ve had BPPV twice…both times with no headache but with room-spinning dizziness if looking up or down. The right exercises made such a difference!
Fraussie
August 5th, 2012 at 12:49 am
Goodness I hope it doesn’t happen in B! I’m told the chance of it recurring is about 70 percent. Knowing what to do must help the second time.
Pamela
August 4th, 2012 at 1:28 am
So sorry to hear about your vertigo. It’s a terrible thing. My husband had similar but from some infection of the ear. Even sitting up in bed made him sick. Eventually it got better but it was horrible while it lasted. Hope the physio is able to help get rid of it. Take care of yourserlf. Best wishes, Pamela
Fraussie
August 5th, 2012 at 12:50 am
Hi Pamela, at least mine was fixed straight away. It must be awful to have it with an ear infection.
Barbara
August 5th, 2012 at 2:20 am
Poor Fraussie! Think it is called benign positional labyrinthine vertigo here – probably caused by the blow to your head dislodging one of the crystals. As you found, the way to get rid of it is a bit like playing Twister – but it works. Hope you are feeling better – and next time, duck! Regards, Barb
Fraussie
August 5th, 2012 at 10:25 pm
Yes, I saw it had a few names and wasn’t sure what was used in Australia. And don’t worry, next time, I’ll definitely duck! But I’m actually considering a strategically placed piece of furniture to stop it happening to anyone again.
[…] feels as though it might explode. I call my doctor again and learn there is no locum so I phone SOS Médecins, the French emergency service. I explain my problem and am immediately put through to a doctor. He […]
Poor you!! So wonderful that you have a caring Dr who visit’s your home, unheard of in the USA.
My cousin’s father-in-law had a similar situation and I remember her telling me that he did a series of exercises, if you call them that, where he would throw himself on the bed in various ways ~ I thought she was joking, but obviously not. He eventually got better but it was truly an odd form of treatment!
Wishing you a speedy recovery!
Carrie
The doctor was actually from an emergency service. Normal doctors rarely do house calls, though mine might have if she hadn’t been away. I’m fine now and am hoping it won’t happen again, but at least I’ll be prepared and can throw myself on the bed!
Wow, that’s weird. At least you know it’s not from advanced age! Hope you’re doing ok now.
I’ve discovered it’s more frequent than you’d imagine. The physio isn’t sure the doctor really knew what he was doing but it certainly worked! It knocked me flat but we’re going to Blois for the weekend and I intend to get some R&R.
I hate when people say: “I’ve had that (only worse)!” But, I have had that – a total of three times actually. The last was when I was in Paris and walking out to dinner with you and JM. You might recall me weaving about a little on the footpath. Other times I couldn’t get up without becoming violently ill. A common feature for me is the way the room/world spins as if i was very drunk. I thankfully don’t get the headaches though.
Sounds scary! Glad you’re on the mend and on the way to some good R&R in Blois.
Cheers and take care.
Thanks! At least I was feeling too horrible to worry about it!
Oh, my goodness. Thankfully you feel better and know the cause of the nausea and vomiting. I’ve never heard of such a thing and REALLY hope that I never experience it.
As for the SOS medecins, the doctor arrived within about 15 minutes, which was much sooner than we expected, when we called them in June. I haven’t seen a similar service in other countries and think that it’s a fantastic idea.
Even though the symptoms have disappeared, take it easy until your strength returns!
I can remember waiting more than 2 hours for the SOS medecins doctor to arrive, admittedly in the middle of the night so I was certainly thankful this one arrived so quickly. I’ve seen the physio who says I have no signs of anything now and am feeling much better.
I’ve had BPPV twice…both times with no headache but with room-spinning dizziness if looking up or down. The right exercises made such a difference!
Goodness I hope it doesn’t happen in B! I’m told the chance of it recurring is about 70 percent. Knowing what to do must help the second time.
So sorry to hear about your vertigo. It’s a terrible thing. My husband had similar but from some infection of the ear. Even sitting up in bed made him sick. Eventually it got better but it was horrible while it lasted. Hope the physio is able to help get rid of it. Take care of yourserlf. Best wishes, Pamela
Hi Pamela, at least mine was fixed straight away. It must be awful to have it with an ear infection.
Poor Fraussie! Think it is called benign positional labyrinthine vertigo here – probably caused by the blow to your head dislodging one of the crystals. As you found, the way to get rid of it is a bit like playing Twister – but it works. Hope you are feeling better – and next time, duck! Regards, Barb
Yes, I saw it had a few names and wasn’t sure what was used in Australia. And don’t worry, next time, I’ll definitely duck! But I’m actually considering a strategically placed piece of furniture to stop it happening to anyone again.
[…] feels as though it might explode. I call my doctor again and learn there is no locum so I phone SOS Médecins, the French emergency service. I explain my problem and am immediately put through to a doctor. He […]