Vertigo & Balance Disorders Treatment in DHA, Lahore

Sudden spinning sensations, dizziness, or feeling off-balance? Prof. Dr Khalid Cheema, Lahore’s most trusted ENT specialist, provides accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for vertigo and balance disorders at CENT, DHA Phase 6 often resolving symptoms in a single in-clinic session.

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Medically reviewed by Prof. Dr Khalid Cheema, FCPS Professor of ENT Surgery, King Edward Medical University, Lahore. Founder & Chief ENT Surgeon, Center of ENT (CENT). Over 40 years of clinical experience in ENT surgery and diagnostics.

About the Treatment

Vertigo the sensation that you or your surroundings are spinning is most often caused by a problem in the inner ear, which controls balance. The good news is that the most common cause, BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo), can frequently be resolved in a single clinic visit using a simple repositioning maneuver, without any medication or surgery. At CENT, Prof. Dr Khalid Cheema first confirms the specific cause of your vertigo, since treatment differs significantly depending on whether it’s BPPV, Meniere’s disease, labyrinthitis, or a non-ear-related cause.

CENT treats patients from across Lahore including DHA, Iqbal Town, Gulberg, and Johar Town who are often surprised to learn how quickly a correctly diagnosed case of BPPV can be resolved.

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What is Vertigo?

Vertigo is the false sensation of movement spinning, tilting, or swaying even when you’re completely still. It’s a symptom, not a condition in itself, most commonly caused by an issue in the inner ear’s balance system (the vestibular system). Common underlying causes include:
BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) brief, intense episodes triggered by head movement; the most common cause of vertigo
Meniere’s disease recurring vertigo episodes often with hearing loss and tinnitus
Vestibular neuritis / labyrinthitis inner ear inflammation, often following a viral infection
Non-ear causes such as blood pressure changes, medication side effects, or neurological conditions, which is why accurate diagnosis matters before assuming an ear cause

Woman leaning on desk with hand to head due to sudden dizziness and vertigo at Center of ENT Lahore

Symptoms

Common signs of vertigo and balance disorders include:

A spinning or whirling sensation, either of yourself or your surroundings

Loss of balance or unsteadiness while walking

Nausea or vomiting during episodes

Symptoms triggered by specific head movements (e.g. rolling over in bed, looking up)

Hearing loss or tinnitus alongside dizziness (suggests Meniere’s disease)

Involuntary eye movements (nystagmus) during an episode

Sweating or feeling faint during a severe episode

Causes

Vertigo can result from several distinct underlying issues, including:

Tiny calcium crystals becoming dislodged within the inner ear (BPPV)

Fluid pressure changes in the inner ear (Meniere’s disease)

Viral infection affecting the inner ear or vestibular nerve

Head injury or trauma

Age-related changes to the balance system

Certain medications

Migraines (vestibular migraine)

Rarely, more serious neurological causes which is why proper evaluation matters, especially for sudden or severe episodes

Diagnosis & Tests

Because vertigo has several possible causes with very different treatments, accurate diagnosis is the most important step. At CENT, this typically includes:

  • Detailed history pattern, duration, and triggers of your episodes
  • Positional testing (Dix-Hallpike maneuver) to confirm or rule out BPPV directly in clinic
  • Hearing assessment (audiometry) particularly where Meniere’s disease is suspected
  • Examination for nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) during episodes
  • Referral for imaging or further neurological assessment, where a non-ear cause is suspected

Treatment Options

Repositioning Maneuvers (for BPPV)

For BPPV the most common cause of vertigo a repositioning maneuver such as the Epley maneuver is performed in clinic to move the dislodged inner-ear crystals back into place.

Medication

For vertigo caused by inner ear inflammation, Meniere’s disease, or during acute severe episodes, medication may be used to manage symptoms and reduce inner ear fluid pressure or inflammation:
Anti-vertigo / anti-nausea medication for acute episodes
Diuretics or dietary guidance for Meniere’s disease
Steroids, where inner ear inflammation is confirmed

Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy

For patients with ongoing balance issues or those recovering from vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis, a structured set of exercises can retrain the brain to compensate for inner ear balance changes.

Risks & Complications

Repositioning maneuvers are very low-risk, performed carefully in clinic, with brief dizziness during the maneuver itself being normal and expected. Medication side effects, where relevant, are discussed during consultation. Vestibular rehabilitation carries no meaningful risk.

Treatment Comparison

OptionBest ForRecoveryInvasiveness
Medical ManagementMild–moderate cases, allergy-driven sinusitisNo downtimeNon-invasive
Balloon SinuplastyModerate blockage not responding to medication1–3 daysMinimally invasive
FESS (Surgery)Structural blockage, polyps, severe/recurrent cases1–2 weeksMinimally invasive surgery

Why Choose Prof. Dr Khalid Cheema / CENT

Prof. Dr Khalid Cheema is Founder and Chief ENT Surgeon of CENT, a Fellow of the College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan (FCPS), and Professor of ENT Surgery at King Edward Medical University, Lahore. With over 40 years of experience and five-star patient reviews, he has treated Vertigo & Balance Disorders in patients of all ages from across Lahore including DHA Phase 6, Iqbal Town, and surrounding areas.

  • In-clinic positional testing and repositioning maneuvers available same-day
  • Accurate differentiation between BPPV, Meniere’s disease, and other causes
  • Hearing assessment available alongside vertigo evaluation, where relevant
  • Same-day appointments available
  • Two convenient clinic locations: CENT DHA Phase 6 (main clinic) and CENT Iqbal Town

Consultation & Procedure Fees

Initial consultation fee: 5000 PKR

Positional testing / repositioning maneuver: To be confirmed from the reception

Hearing assessment (if required): To be confirmed from the reception

Exact costs depend on the diagnosis and which tests or treatments are needed. Your treatment plan and full cost breakdown will be confirmed clearly during your consultation, with no hidden charges.

Pre & Post Procedure Care

Before Your Procedure

Note what triggers your episodes (specific head movements, time of day, duration)

Note any accompanying symptoms hearing changes, ringing in the ears, nausea

Avoid driving yourself to your appointment if you’re currently experiencing active episodes

After Your Procedure

Mild residual unsteadiness for a short time after a repositioning maneuver is normal

Avoid sudden head movements for the remainder of the day following the maneuver

Follow-up if symptoms persist or return, to reassess and adjust the treatment plan

Recovery Timeline

Days 1–3Mild congestion, light discharge/bleeding, some facial pressure
Days 4–7Congestion easing, saline rinses continue, avoid strenuous activity
Week 2Most patients resume normal daily activities; follow-up endoscopy check
Weeks 3–4Full healing of sinus lining; final assessment of breathing and drainage

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Don’t just live with dizziness. Book a consultation with Prof. Dr Khalid Cheema at CENT and get an accurate diagnosis many cases of vertigo can be resolved in a single visit.

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FAQ

For BPPV specifically, yes a repositioning maneuver performed in clinic often resolves symptoms in a single session. Other causes, like Meniere’s disease, are managed over the longer term rather than cured in one visit.

Vertigo itself is rarely dangerous, but the underlying cause matters sudden, severe, or unusual vertigo (especially with other neurological symptoms) should be evaluated promptly to rule out rarer, more serious causes.

Vertigo specifically involves a false sensation of spinning or movement, while “dizziness” is a broader term that can include lightheadedness or unsteadiness from other causes, such as blood pressure changes. Getting the distinction right matters for diagnosis.

This is a classic sign of BPPV, caused by dislodged crystals in the inner ear shifting position with head movement. It’s one of the most treatable causes of vertigo, often resolved quickly with a repositioning maneuver.

Stress itself doesn’t typically cause true vertigo, but it can worsen certain conditions like vestibular migraine or make you more aware of mild balance symptoms. A proper evaluation will clarify the actual cause.