Vertigo: Diagnosis & Tests

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Diagnosis of vertigo begins with a history and physical exam. Further tests may be needed. For example, a cranial CT scan or cranial MRI may be ordered if a stroke or brain tumor is suspected. A brain stem auditory evoked response test (BAER) may be used to check for a tumor.

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Author: Adam Brochert, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/06/01

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