Can I get treated online for dizziness and vertigo?

Yes. A licensed provider on Ondoc reviews your symptoms and, prescribes treatment for the underlying cause — most commonly Ear infection (otitis) or Anxiety.

How fast will I hear back?

Most online visits are reviewed in under 24 hours. Refills are often same-day.

Dizziness and vertigo

Vertigo is often inner-ear related (BPPV, vestibular neuritis); lightheadedness can be dehydration, low blood sugar, or medication side effects. A provider can evaluate online.

Also called: room spinning · lightheaded · BPPV

Medically reviewed by Dr. Ikechukwu Ogbu, MD

MD · Board-Certified, Internal Medicine · Last reviewed October 2026

Seek urgent care or the ER if you have:

Symptoms that are sudden, severe, or rapidly worsening
High fever (over 103°F / 39.4°C) that doesn't respond to treatment
Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting, or confusion
Signs of dehydration — dizziness, dark urine, unable to keep fluids down
Symptoms in someone who is pregnant, immunocompromised, or over 65

What dizziness and vertigo could be

The most common causes a clinician considers. This isn't a diagnosis — it's the differential a provider works through with you.

Ear infection (otitis)

Ear infection (otitis) is one of the more common causes of dizziness and vertigo. Ondoc can evaluate it online.

Anxiety

Anxiety is one of the more common causes of dizziness and vertigo. Ondoc can evaluate it online.

Hypoglycemia / low blood sugar

Hypoglycemia / low blood sugar is one of the more common causes of dizziness and vertigo. Ondoc can evaluate it online.

When to see a clinician

Symptoms have lasted more than a few days without improving, or keep coming back
You're not sure if this needs antibiotics, prescription treatment, or watchful waiting
You have a chronic condition (diabetes, heart disease, immunocompromised) that raises the stakes
You want a same-day plan without a trip to urgent care