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VERTIGO
Positional vertigo (PV) is a frequent consequence of head trauma. The tiny ear stones (otoconia) in the semi-circular canals of the inner ear, get crushed into debris, which swishes back and forth when the patient suddenly turns his head, causing dizziness and nausea, even vomiting. Medications such as Meclizine (Antivert) can quiet the symptoms without curing the problem. Nausea may also be a problem with migraine. Good anti-nausea drugs are compazine and reglan.