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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurology
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a common vestibular disorder.
  • Understanding BPPV's demographic distribution and risk factors is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the age and sex distribution of BPPV.
  • To examine the influence of menopause on BPPV occurrence.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 1,377 BPPV patient records.
  • Survey of 935 female BPPV patients.

Main Results:

  • Aging significantly impacts BPPV incidence in both sexes.
  • Perimenopausal women show a 3.2:1 female-to-male ratio for BPPV.
  • A notable female preponderance (6.8:1) exists in teenage BPPV cases.

Conclusions:

  • Hormonal fluctuations, especially during menopause, are linked to BPPV development.
  • Estrogen levels may play a role in BPPV susceptibility.