Dizziness

The major causes of dizziness are middle and inner ear infections and problems affecting the cerebellum (part of the brain that controls balance and spatial orientation). An ear infection may respond to antibiotics but sometimes surgery is necessary to relieve pressure in the middle or inner ear. Feline leukemia virus, feline immunodeficiency virus, toxoplasmosis and other infectious diseases can lead to balance problems. Cats do sometimes get infarcts in the brain with similar effects to strokes in humans. Cancer can cause these signs, as well.

also see Causes of Dizziness in Cats

also see Feline Vestibular Disease

also see Vestibular Disease in Cats

also see Symptoms of an Ear Infection in Dogs

also see Characteristics of a Natural Dog Ear Infection Remedy

also see Basic Dog Ear Infection Treatment

also see Differentials - possibilities that should be considered

also see Cerebellar Hypoplasia