Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)

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• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the most common vertigo inducing vestibular disorder.
• As the name suggests, in this condition vertigo is benign and not caused by a serious central nervous system disease.
• Diagnosis is based on the patient’s history and clinical findings.
• The patient is informed of the benign nature and good prognosis of the condition and is encouraged to move around freely.

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