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Dizziness and Vertigo: A Simple Guide to Figuring It Out
"Don't you understand, Doc, I'm just dizzy!"
As a "dizzy doctor," a specialist who accepted referrals of dizzy patients from other doctors, ear surgeon Dr. William Wright became the "go to" resource for patients with difficult balance problems.
He found that patients could often tell him the diagnosis if he just asked the right questions. Here he distills 30 years of experience into a simple guide for the non-medical person suffering from dizziness.
As a "dizzy doctor," a specialist who accepted referrals of dizzy patients from other doctors, ear surgeon Dr. William Wright became the "go to" resource for patients with difficult balance problems.
He found that patients could often tell him the diagnosis if he just asked the right questions. Here he distills 30 years of experience into a simple guide for the non-medical person suffering from dizziness.
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82 pages, Paperback
First published September 10, 2014
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About the author
William Wright
4 books126 followersI was an ear surgeon in Indianapolis before burning out and trying to retire. A second career fell into my lap with a job as the physician at the Colorado State Penitentiary, the state's maximum-security prison.
The experience was weird enough for me to write a book about it, Maximum Insecurity. If you've always wondered what really goes on in a supermax prison, especially trying to practice medicine in one, check it out at http://www.WilliamWrightBooks.com.
A sequel about being the medical director at the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center (the county jail) was published 12/14. Come see it at http://www.WilliamWrightBooks.com.
Now, here's the official bio:
A resident of Colorado Springs, William “Bill” Wright, MD earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan. After working as an ear surgeon for thirty years, Bill spent eight years practicing correctional medicine with the Colorado Department of Corrections. He has published over fifty medical journal articles. Maximum Insecurity is the light-hearted adventure of Wright’s career practicing medicine in a supermax correctional facility.
A commercial artist and private pilot, Bill has three black belts and is a certified instructor of Aikido and Tae Kwan Do. He is married, with four children and six grandchildren.
The experience was weird enough for me to write a book about it, Maximum Insecurity. If you've always wondered what really goes on in a supermax prison, especially trying to practice medicine in one, check it out at http://www.WilliamWrightBooks.com.
A sequel about being the medical director at the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center (the county jail) was published 12/14. Come see it at http://www.WilliamWrightBooks.com.
Now, here's the official bio:
A resident of Colorado Springs, William “Bill” Wright, MD earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan. After working as an ear surgeon for thirty years, Bill spent eight years practicing correctional medicine with the Colorado Department of Corrections. He has published over fifty medical journal articles. Maximum Insecurity is the light-hearted adventure of Wright’s career practicing medicine in a supermax correctional facility.
A commercial artist and private pilot, Bill has three black belts and is a certified instructor of Aikido and Tae Kwan Do. He is married, with four children and six grandchildren.
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November 30, 2014
Kudos to William Wright, M.D. He has written a WONDERFUL little book that will prove to be a valuable resource for those who are plagued by vertigo or have loved ones who are. I had an "AHA! So that's it!" moment as I read the last paragraph on page 66. Dr. Wright has done the impossible, he has succinctly described symptons, categories and likely causes of vertigo in a manner that is easy to understand, informative and complete. I am very impressed with this book and grateful to Dr. Wright for writing "Dizziness and Vertigo: A Simple Guide to Figuring It Out."
December 11, 2015
This is a very helpful book written by Dr. William Wright. It is a quick read and not overloaded with medical terms. Dr. Wright does use some medical terms, but always explains them in plain English.
Anyone who has had vertigo, whether a short, one time episode or an ongoing problem, knows how frustrating it can be.
When I had vertigo my doctor ask a few questions, told me about the Epley's maneuver, but said we wouldn't try it, told me to discontinue a medication which I told them I had already quit taking as I suspected it may be the cause, and essentially told me it should get better in time.
It did get better with time, gradually, over a three month period. I was never sure if the medication was the cause and was frustrated the first week or so after my doctor visit as improvement seemed to be miniscule.
I certainly could have used this book at that time to assure me that most cases of vertigo are not serious and satisfied myself that there wasn't much else to be done at that point.
I have shared this book with two friends who have also suffered with vertigo and hope it provides them with answers also.
Anyone who has had vertigo, whether a short, one time episode or an ongoing problem, knows how frustrating it can be.
When I had vertigo my doctor ask a few questions, told me about the Epley's maneuver, but said we wouldn't try it, told me to discontinue a medication which I told them I had already quit taking as I suspected it may be the cause, and essentially told me it should get better in time.
It did get better with time, gradually, over a three month period. I was never sure if the medication was the cause and was frustrated the first week or so after my doctor visit as improvement seemed to be miniscule.
I certainly could have used this book at that time to assure me that most cases of vertigo are not serious and satisfied myself that there wasn't much else to be done at that point.
I have shared this book with two friends who have also suffered with vertigo and hope it provides them with answers also.
February 7, 2015
I received a free copy of this book from the GoodReads First Reads program in exchange for an honest review. I suffer from dizziness and balance problems due to a chronic medical condition, so this book was a very personal reading experience for me. A very informative and enlightening book, I would recommend it to anyone suffering from dizziness.
February 1, 2015
I had doubts about this book, when I received it. But sometimes a book comes along, that is a delight to read, and this is one of those books! It is very informative, for the layman and educational for the medical persons, not in the ENT field. So easy to read, with dashes of humor included..."...and if Momma ain't happy..." Wonderful quick guides and examples of patients issues are explained and detailed, by the author. I would highly recommend this book, to anyone having dizziness, or who has family or friends, with this problem. It would be enlightening and helpful. I loved reading this book! I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
March 1, 2015
I received this book as part of the Goodreads First Reads Program for a fair and honest review.
Overview: Dr. Wright is giving us the benefit of his experience as an oto-neurologist (ears and brains, a dizzy-doctor) to figure out why we get chronic dizziness.
Likes: I think Dr. Wright’s brand of humor helps to make this book easier to deal with.
Conclusion: Don’t let the medical terms put you off. This book is a terrific guide, one I think most can use. Enjoy it, and keep it as a reference book.
Overview: Dr. Wright is giving us the benefit of his experience as an oto-neurologist (ears and brains, a dizzy-doctor) to figure out why we get chronic dizziness.
Likes: I think Dr. Wright’s brand of humor helps to make this book easier to deal with.
Conclusion: Don’t let the medical terms put you off. This book is a terrific guide, one I think most can use. Enjoy it, and keep it as a reference book.
December 5, 2020
Hope
I've had vertigo for over a year from a surgery
to remove a cholesteoma on my left ear then a year later had another surgery to completely remove the hearing from that ear and have had vertigo since then. My ENT has not been able to help me get over a the vertigo and I'm desperate. I can't go on like this much longer. But after reading this book I've found some hope. I will go back to the ENT and insist on some help.
I've had vertigo for over a year from a surgery
to remove a cholesteoma on my left ear then a year later had another surgery to completely remove the hearing from that ear and have had vertigo since then. My ENT has not been able to help me get over a the vertigo and I'm desperate. I can't go on like this much longer. But after reading this book I've found some hope. I will go back to the ENT and insist on some help.
January 23, 2019
Save your money and just Google.
This was nothing more than a list of dizziness causing diagnoses. Google could give the same information. No helpful tips or treatment options. Waste of time.
This was nothing more than a list of dizziness causing diagnoses. Google could give the same information. No helpful tips or treatment options. Waste of time.
March 12, 2017
This is a slim volume but it is exactly what it claims to be -'a simple guide to figuring it' out if you have dizziness or vertigo. Everything within the book is very clearly laid out and easy to understand so the reader can flip through the pages and see if there is a condition that matches their symptoms. It is a very useful little reference book.
November 7, 2015
I received a copy of this book through the Goodreads' First Reads Program. Dr. Wright's book is very thorough and informative. He has clearly identified and distinguished between the varying types of dizziness for each disease in a language that is simple enough for anyone to understand. His quick reference guide is very nice. It allows for the individual to quickly pinpoint the possible diseases associated with their particular symptoms.
Dizziness and Vertigo: A Simple Guide to Figuring It Out should be very helpful for individuals and their families that have been dealing with the problems that balance disorders cause. I found Dr. Wright's thorough descriptions of the symptoms one can experience with a particular disease very helpful in identifying the possible causes of my own vertigo.
Dizziness and Vertigo: A Simple Guide to Figuring It Out should be very helpful for individuals and their families that have been dealing with the problems that balance disorders cause. I found Dr. Wright's thorough descriptions of the symptoms one can experience with a particular disease very helpful in identifying the possible causes of my own vertigo.
September 23, 2016
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway. After reading the concise, well-written explanations of the main causes of dizziness and vertigo, I have a much better understanding of the subject. This book will remain on my shelf of health books as the info could come in handy later. I just wish I had similar guides to other health problems. And I may have to check out Dr. Wright's other books as I enjoyed his writing style.
May 4, 2016
My mother suffers from vertigo. This book explained the symptoms of various problems that deal with being dizzy. If "blank" happens, then you might have "blank." It was written in a down-to-earth language. It was quite easy to understand and follow. I feel that I now have a better understanding of what my mother goes through.
February 18, 2016
Great place to start
This is a fantastic guide to common causes of dizziness. This is not an all inclusive text, but rather a guide to help a patient suffering from dizziness or vertigo to have a productive conversation with their Doctor.
This is a fantastic guide to common causes of dizziness. This is not an all inclusive text, but rather a guide to help a patient suffering from dizziness or vertigo to have a productive conversation with their Doctor.
February 27, 2016
This book has a lot of great information. Unfortunately it did nothing to help my condition, as I'm still not sure what is causing it. Great read for someone suffering and trying to figure out what's going on even if their doctor can't.
June 27, 2016
easy to read, informative
May 13, 2016
Thank you for providing me with this reading opportunity. It was an easy-to-use guide for enlightenment and you get it!
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