Dizziness
Dizziness may mean light-headedness or a sensation that the room or the surroundings are moving in a circular direction (Vertigo): Light-headedness can occur as a result of reduction in the blood supply to the brain. Some children, with low blood pressure, may be prone to ‘woozy do’s’, which may be severe enough to cause them to faint (see Fits, Faints and Funny Turns in the brain section) Vertigo is an alarming sensation of movement. Usually the room appears to be spinning, but occasionally it may be that the ground appears to tilt. It may be very severe and disabling, and accompanied by nausea and vomiting. It is caused by disturbances in the function of the cells in the labyrinth.
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