{"id":4186,"date":"2019-02-25T23:01:14","date_gmt":"2019-02-25T23:01:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/?page_id=4186"},"modified":"2021-11-10T00:06:38","modified_gmt":"2021-11-10T00:06:38","slug":"balance-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sfaudiology.com\/balance\/balance-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Balance FAQ’s"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Sometimes I experience dizziness. Do I need to get tested for a vestibular disorder?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Even if your dizziness or vertigo symptoms aren\u2019t serious enough to affect your lifestyle yet, they are likely to worsen over time. We recommend that patients visit our San Francisco vestibular center for balance testing<\/a> before the symptoms increase, as imbalance can create a scary safety concern. If we are able to pinpoint the cause of your dizziness, treating the underlying condition<\/a> or managing your symptoms may be easier now than later.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Can I still take medication prior to vestibular testing?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Certain medications may change the finding of the examination. Medication prescribed specially for dizziness should not be taken. A patient is encouraged to follow the provided instructions that prohibit most medications that aren\u2019t considered life-sustaining. If you\u2019re still unsure, contact your prescribing doctor. Do not discontinue medications for blood pressure control, cardiac or circulatory problems, diabetes or other medications for similar medical disorders.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We ask that you don\u2019t eat or drink anything for a period of three hours before the time of the test. On the day of the test, please DO NOT drink any caffeinated beverages, use any tobacco products, or wear makeup or face cream. We ask that you do not take any nonessential medications for a period of 48 hours before your appointment time and that you avoid the following:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n