Why do I feel a bit dizzy after closing my eyes, and what should I do about it?
Jun 06, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Dizziness after closing the eyes may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions such as cervical spondylosis and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). In most cases, symptoms can be improved through general treatment or medication. Other possible causes include vertigo, hypertension, and Ménière’s disease. Patients should promptly visit a正规 hospital for medical evaluation, undergo necessary examinations to determine the exact cause, and receive targeted treatment accordingly.
Feeling slightly dizzy after closing the eyes may be caused by physiological factors as well as pathological conditions such as cervical spondylosis and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Most cases can be improved through general management or medication. Specific analyses are as follows:
I. Physiological Causes
If one frequently experiences insufficient sleep or excessive fatigue, normal bodily functions may be affected, leading to the aforementioned symptoms. It is recommended to improve sleeping habits and avoid overexertion.
II. Pathological Causes
1. Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis may result from degenerative changes in the cervical spine or bone spurs. This condition can damage the structure and function of the cervical spine, compressing nerves and blood vessels, thereby causing dizziness when the eyes are closed. In such cases, medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, mecobalamin tablets, or celecoxib capsules may be used under medical guidance.
2. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
In patients with BPPV, intense physical activity may cause otoliths—normally located in the utricle and saccule of the inner ear—to become dislodged, triggering the described dizziness. For this condition, medications such as betahistine hydrochloride tablets, promethazine hydrochloride tablets, or compound ginkgo biloba extract capsules may be recommended under a doctor's supervision to alleviate symptoms.
Besides the above-mentioned causes, dizziness upon eye closure could also be due to vertigo, hypertension, Ménière’s disease, or other conditions. Patients should promptly seek medical evaluation at a reputable healthcare facility, undergo appropriate diagnostic tests, identify the exact underlying cause, and receive targeted treatment accordingly.
