---
url: 'https://www.healthinaging.org/a-z-topic/dizziness'
title: Dizziness
author:
  name: 'Aimee Cegelka'
  url: 'https://www.healthinaging.org/user/99'
date: '2020-12-22T20:22:35+00:00'
updated: '2026-04-24T19:30:05+00:00'
type: topic
summary: 'Many older adults experience dizziness. (Some other words people use to describe dizziness can include unsteadiness, lightheadedness, wooziness, vertigo, or a floating feeling.) Strong or persistent feelings of dizziness are concerning and should be shared with a healthcare professional as soon as possible.'
tags:
  - Health
published: true
---
 Dizziness is a general term used to describe different sensations. A person may feel lightheaded, unsteady, woozy, wobbly, faint, weak, or off balance. Dizziness is common in older adults.

Dizziness can lead to poor balance, falls, injuries, depression, and anxiety.

Dizziness can also be a sign of an underlying health condition that needs prompt evaluation and treatment.



 



 

 [Basic Facts

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 [Causes

 ](/a-z-topic/dizziness/causes) 

 

 [Symptoms

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 [Diagnosis & Tests

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 [Care & Treatment

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 [Lifestyle & Management

 ](/a-z-topic/dizziness/lifestyle)