Why am I dizzy and off balance after flight?

In most cases, these fears are unjustified. Flying does two things that are relevant to dizziness-- it may induce motion sickness, and it may stimulate the ear through pressure changes. There is a small literature about alternobaric vertigo. In small planes, dizziness may come from either or both mechanisms.



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Having a washcloth, rag, or something I can soak in cold water and lay on my forehead, neck, or back is essential. This is also a great non-medical vertigo remedy if I don't have an eye mask with me?—and, good news is, most hotels have washcloths in the bathroom.

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In most individuals, the sensation of rocking, bobbing, swaying, etc. following a cruise or other passive motion experience is transient. Symptoms lasting up to two weeks is considered within the normal range.

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Disembarkment syndrome is a neurological condition usually occurring after a cruise, aircraft flight, or other sustained motion event. The phrase “mal de débarquement” is French and translates to “illness of disembarkation”.

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