How to sleep with vertigo?

I have dealt with vertigo for years and you do learn to manage it, so don't lose heart. Always sleep on your back with your head propped up high, and when you wake up, sit on the edge of the bed for two minutes before standing up. It keeps the dizziness away.

Please make sure you get this diagnosed by an ENT specialist to find out if it is BPPV or something else. For sleeping, keep your head elevated and try not to turn onto the side that triggers the dizziness. Safety first, so don't delay getting a doctor's opinion.

Honestly, sleeping flat is the worst thing you can do during a vertigo attack. I use a wedge pillow to stay at a 45-degree angle, and I keep a dim nightlight on in my room. If I wake up dizzy in the dark, having a little light helps my brain reorient quickly.

Lying down and feeling like you are on a roller coaster is no fun at all. I have to prop myself up with three pillows like a king just to keep my inner ear happy. If you must turn, do it slower than a snail!