Balance Problems
Difficulty with balance or coordination, which can be related to inner ear, neurological, or musculoskeletal conditions.
What is Balance Problems?
Balance Problems is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Balance Problems that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Balance Problems
The following conditions have been associated with Balance Problems. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Acoustic Neuroma
A non-cancerous tumor on the vestibulocochlear nerve causing hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance problems.
Batten Disease
A group of rare inherited nervous system disorders that typically begin in childhood and progressively impair vision, mo...
Concussion
A mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow to the head or body that shakes the brain, leading to headache, confusion...
Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of the spaces within the spine that can compress nerves, causing back pain, numbness, and weakness in the legs...
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Insufficient vitamin B12 can cause anemia and neurological symptoms including numbness, tingling, balance problems, and ...
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When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Balance Problems is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.