Vertigo
May 21, 2010 by Staff
Filed under Health Conditions / Ailments
Vertigo is a sensation of spinning while stationary. It is commonly associated with vomiting or nausea, unsteadiness, and excessive perspiration. Many people (80%) experience recurrent episodes that impair their quality of life.
Blurred vision, difficulty speaking, a lowered level of consciousness, and hearing loss may also occur. Central nervous system disorders may lead to permanent symptoms.
Light Sensitivity
March 10, 2010 by Staff
Filed under Health Conditions / Ailments
Apart from vision, human beings have many physiological and psychological responses to light. In rare individuals an atypical response may result in serious discomfort, disease, or injury. Some drugs have a photosensitizing effect. Properties of natural or artificial light that may abnormally affect people include:
Timing of light (upset of normal circadian rhythms, seasonal affective disorder, sleep disorders)
Intensity of light (photophobia, sunburn, skin cancer)
Wavelength of light ( in lupus, urticaria )
Rapid flickers in intensity of light may trigger or aggravate epilepsy or migraine headaches.
Other effects may include vertigo, or chronic fatigue syndrome.

