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Vestibular Migraine

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Vestibular Disorders

Abstract

Vestibular migraine is a clinical syndrome of the central nervous system that is characterized by episodic vestibular symptoms and a history of migraines. It affects approximately 1% of the population [1] and is one of the most common diagnoses in children presenting with vertigo [2].

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