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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:  Zehra Malik, M.B.B.S[2]

## Overview

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Vertigo is defined as an abnormal sensation of motion. It occurs when motion is sensed imprecisely, it can also occur when there is no motion.

## Definition

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* Vertigo is defined as an abnormal sensation of motion. It occurs when motion is sensed imprecisely, it can also occur when there is no motion.[1]
* Spinning vertigo sensation originates from the inner ear.
* Positional vertigo also feels like spinning that occurs with a change in head position.

## References

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1. ↑ Chapter 123Vertigo and Associated SymptomsClinical Methods: The History, Physical, and Laboratory Examinations. 3rd edition

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