Britiscruizin Posted September 1, 2014 #1 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I always suffer from MdDS when returning from a cruise. I suffer the swaying sensation & light-headedness usually for 3-4 weeks & it gradually goes away. However, after returning from the North Cape on 28th June I found that the MdDS hasn't gone away! Infact its worse, I've had tests to eliminate other causes of my dizziness but everything points to prolonged MdDS. So, does anyone else suffer from this?? If so can you offer me any helpful advice? Its beginning to get me down as I can't go out as I feel as though I'm walking on a mattress filled with water! Please help.....I look forward to hearing from fellow suffers past & present. Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celebrity Posted September 1, 2014 #2 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I always suffer from MdDS when returning from a cruise. I suffer the swaying sensation & light-headedness usually for 3-4 weeks & it gradually goes away. However, after returning from the North Cape on 28th June I found that the MdDS hasn't gone away! Infact its worse, I've had tests to eliminate other causes of my dizziness but everything points to prolonged MdDS. So, does anyone else suffer from this?? If so can you offer me any helpful advice? Its beginning to get me down as I can't go out as I feel as though I'm walking on a mattress filled with water! Please help.....I look forward to hearing from fellow suffers past & present. Pat I have suffered from it on a several cruises but never more than a few days. Have you tried wearing sea bands? So sorry you are going through this and hope you are on the mend very soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinman66 Posted September 1, 2014 #3 Share Posted September 1, 2014 So sorry this had affected you so harshly Can't help unfortunately but maybe travel sickness tablets might help Also try one eat plug It offsets ear pressure and balance issues Works on seasickness so may work there Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celebrity Posted September 1, 2014 #4 Share Posted September 1, 2014 So sorry this had affected you so harshly Can't help unfortunately but maybe travel sickness tablets might help Also try one eat plug It offsets ear pressure and balance issues Works on seasickness so may work there Sent from my iPhone using Forums You use one ear plug? Maybe I should bring them on cruises along with sea bands. I have mild asthma so I can't take Bonine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xnavydoc2 Posted September 1, 2014 #5 Share Posted September 1, 2014 The best cure I know of is to turn right around and get on another cruise! Seriously though, being on a ship can really mess with your equilibrium. Also, when walking around a ship, you sometimes use different parts of your leg muscles that you don't normally use. That part will go away soon enough, in the mean time try ginger tablets, or ginger ale, no side effects, and you should be "Good to Go" in a day or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted September 1, 2014 #6 Share Posted September 1, 2014 It is an old problem (probably as old as sailing vessels) and does bother lots of folks. Some have good results by taking Bonine (Meclizine Hcl) for a few days (one tablet per day). This is sold over the counter just about everywhere. Hank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britiscruizin Posted September 1, 2014 Author #7 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Thank you for all the replies ! I've now had this for 9 weeks. I've tried sea sickness tablets but they didn't help. Also 2 different meds from my doctor. I've heard that low dose anti-depressants can help so will have to ask my doctor on Thursday. Will give the single ear plug a try....willing to try anything its so awful. Keep the advice coming I really appreciate your replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celebrity Posted September 1, 2014 #8 Share Posted September 1, 2014 So sorry this had affected you so harshly Can't help unfortunately but maybe travel sickness tablets might help Also try one eat plug It offsets ear pressure and balance issues Works on seasickness so may work there Sent from my iPhone using Forums You use one ear plug? Maybe I should bring them on cruises along with sea bands. I have mild asthma so I can't take Bonine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedish weave Posted September 1, 2014 #9 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Google "post cruise dizziness" and you will see many ways this problem is addressed. One suggests that a knowledgable chiropractor may be able to adjust the balance of the inner ear to cure the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted September 1, 2014 #10 Share Posted September 1, 2014 (edited) Thank you for all the replies ! I've now had this for 9 weeks. I've tried sea sickness tablets but they didn't help. Also 2 different meds from my doctor. I've heard that low dose anti-depressants can help so will have to ask my doctor on Thursday. Will give the single ear plug a try....willing to try anything its so awful.Keep the advice coming I really appreciate your replies. That's way too long. Some of us will have the feeling for a little while but it is not the real Mal de Debarquement Syndrome (google it) which can be quite serious. Please, go back to see your doctor! LuLu Edited September 1, 2014 by OCruisers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britiscruizin Posted September 1, 2014 Author #11 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Hi LuLu I have googled it & done a lot of research online, all the info fits my symptoms exactly. It can last for months. I see my doctor again on Thursday & a consultant as soon as the appointment comes. I'm just looking for advice from fellow sufferers really. Thanks for all the replies so far I appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The CRuIseLLS Posted September 1, 2014 #12 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Have u tried balance exercises? My husband has a balance disorder. He was given some exercises (physio for the ear) by a specialist in Walton Hospital, Liverpool. They are known as vestibular rehabilitation exercises and are used for a variety of balance problems. Don't know if they'd be suitable for your condition but might be worth investigating & discussing with your doctor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbfp2008 Posted September 1, 2014 #13 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Google "post cruise dizziness" and you will see many ways this problem is addressed. One suggests that a knowledgable chiropractor may be able to adjust the balance of the inner ear to cure the problem. With all due respect, don't visit a quack...er...chiropractor for PCD...or any illness, disease, malady, or any medical condition....ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaldsc Posted September 1, 2014 #14 Share Posted September 1, 2014 knowledgable chiropractor . Seems like a contradiction in terms. Also, what does straightening your spine have to do w inner ear problems. DON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted September 1, 2014 #15 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Hi LuLu I have googled it & done a lot of research online, all the info fits my symptoms exactly. It can last for months. I see my doctor again on Thursday & a consultant as soon as the appointment comes. I'm just looking for advice from fellow sufferers really. Thanks for all the replies so far I appreciate it. So glad you'll be going back to the doctor! You really so need to! Do you have access to any sort of boat? Mine never lasted long enough to be of real concern ... but, I found just sitting on a small docked sailboat on our lake helped while I was sitting on it. LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taglovestocruise Posted September 1, 2014 #16 Share Posted September 1, 2014 So sorry this had affected you so harshly Can't help unfortunately but maybe travel sickness tablets might help Also try one eat plug It offsets ear pressure and balance issues Works on seasickness so may work there Sent from my iPhone using Forums Are you sure that eating one plug will work, did you see this remedy on youtube? happy cruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisiamc Posted September 1, 2014 #17 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I have read that 20 minutes per day in an old fashioned rocking chair will work wonders. And it's free. I have tried it for other inner-ear problems and been really happy with the results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dulcimergirl Posted September 1, 2014 #18 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I have read that 20 minutes per day in an old fashioned rocking chair will work wonders. And it's free. I have tried it for other inner-ear problems and been really happy with the results. This actually makes since to me. I'd try it. Usually I get this, and it goes away immediately when I book another cruise. I don't know why, but it does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YubaSutter Posted September 1, 2014 #19 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Also, when walking around a ship, you sometimes use different parts of your leg muscles that you don't normally use. Oh really? How? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travlnblueberries Posted September 1, 2014 #20 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I think I could address a few posts. I too have gone to a specialist for my dizziness and like someone said it's an inner ear problem which I will have the rest of my life. I could see someone trying to go to a chiropractor. If they have experience with moving the crystals within the inner ear. I have to do exercises the rest of my life to try and cope with this, as someone also said. Which I could understand why the rocking chair would work. The exercises you do by moving your head you are making yourself dizzy. When I first start doing this I actually vomit from being so dizzy and cried because I didn't know how I would possibly do these exercises. Over time I could do each different exercise a little bit longer before having to stop. Perhaps you should check into vestibularnertise. I'm not sure I have the spelling correct but it's pronounced like I have it written. Best of luck because I know exactly what you are going through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedish weave Posted September 2, 2014 #21 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Seems like a contradiction in terms. Also, what does straightening your spine have to do w inner ear problems. DON Your comments indicate a serious lack of knowledge about chiropractic. Some have found a series of head and neck movements that can reposition the inner ear crystals and eliminate the dizziness. It is better to be informed than just opinionated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedish weave Posted September 2, 2014 #22 Share Posted September 2, 2014 With all due respect, don't visit a quack...er...chiropractor for PCD...or any illness, disease, malady, or any medical condition....ever. RESPECT ???? Calling a chiropractor a quack shows total lack of respect for a recognized profession. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedish weave Posted September 2, 2014 #23 Share Posted September 2, 2014 This is an excerpt from an article describing the Epley Maneuver which has shown success in relieving the dizziness or vertigo. The Epley maneuver or repositioning maneuver is a maneuver used to treat benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)[1] of the posterior or anterior canals.[2] It works by allowing free floating particles from the affected semicircular canal to be relocated, using gravity, back into the utricle, where they can no longer stimulate the cupula, therefore relieving the patient of bothersome vertigo.[2][3] It is often performed by a medical doctor, occupational therapist, audiologist, chiropractor, or physical therapist, after confirmation of a diagnosis of BPPV using the Dix-Hallpike test and has a reported success rate of between 90–95%.[4][5][6] This maneuver was developed by Dr. John Epley and first described in 1980.[7] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted September 2, 2014 #24 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I get some temporary relief resting in a hammock or riding in a car . JMHO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedish weave Posted September 2, 2014 #25 Share Posted September 2, 2014 OP -- If you search for Epley Maneuver on Wiki, they have a detailed list of movements that you can try yourself to see if this works for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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