Get dizzy spells often? Here's when it's time to see the doctor

Most people tend to use dizziness as a general term, but there are other terms, e.g. vertigo, lightheadedness and imbalance, that might more accurately describe their condition. — Filepic

Dizziness is symptom that can be very specific or very hard to describe.

For medical professionals, dizziness is a general term that refers to everything from a spinning sensation to a foggy head to losing your balance when you walk.