It could be an inner ear infection or vertigo both of which will cause lightheadedness and dizziness.
Lightheadedness happens when there is not enough blood getting to the brain. This can happen if there is a sudden drop in your blood pressure or you are dehydrated from vomiting, diarrhea, fever, or other causes. Many people, especially as they get older, experience lightheadedness if they get up too quickly from a lying or seated position. Lightheadedness often accompanies the flu, common cold, or allergies.
The most common causes of vertigo are benign positional vertigo and labyrinthitis. Benign positional vertigo is vertigo that happens when you change the position of your head. Labyrinthitis usually follows a cold or flu and is caused by a viral infection of the inner ear. Meniere's disease is another common inner ear problem. It causes vertigo, loss of balance, and ringing in the ears.
It could even be possible you have a sinus infection which can cause dizziness as well.
I do suggest since you are on medication and do have a regular physician you contact them to see if you can have an examination to better search the cause of these symptoms as there can be many things other than ear infection or vertigo that can cause the symptoms you are having.
Your doctor will perform a physical exam, focusing on your heart, head, ears, and nervous system.
A website I find helpful is www.medlineplus.com
It has a medical dictionary and helpful tips on the cause of alot of symptoms. But your best bet for a sure determination is a thorough examination by your physician.
I hope this information help you.
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