Head or Neck Injuries
Recovering from a head injury can often lead to experiencing vertigo, which is not an uncommon occurrence. The duration of vertigo will vary depending on the severity and extent of the injury. Additionally, neck injuries can also result in cervical vertigo if the nerves or blood vessels have been damaged. Fortunately, in most cases, the damage should heal naturally within a few days or weeks.
Genetic Factors
Vertigo can be caused by genetic factors. Meniere’s disease, a condition that affects the inner ear and can result in hearing loss and tinnitus, can also trigger sudden and severe vertigo episodes. While Meniere’s disease is known to run in families, it can also affect individuals without any family history of the condition. Another rare cause of vertigo is otosclerosis, a disease that affects the ear bone and can be linked to genetic factors. Approximately half of individuals with otosclerosis have a specific gene that increases their susceptibility to experiencing vertigo.