Dizziness is a common complaint in ambulatory care, comprising 4% to 5% of all visits. AVS is characterized by rapid onset of vertigo, nausea/vomiting, nystagmus and head-motion intolerance. Vertigo is a symptom, not a diagnosis.
Hydrocephalus is a condition thatâs also known as water on the brain. Hydrocephalus can occur in older children and adults, particularly older adults.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), a clear, colorless fluid produced in the brain, contains glucose, proteins, and other substances also found in the blood. CSF surrounds the brain and spinal cord, serving as a cushion for the brain in the skull.