Guest guest Posted September 30, 2006 Report Share Posted September 30, 2006 I have a 50 yo male patient that was diagnosed with Mal De Debarquement Syndrome (MDDS). MDDS is an imbalance or rocking sensation that occurs after prolonged exposure to motion (most commonly after a sea cruise or a long airplane flight). The imbalance is generally not associated with nausea nor is it alleviated by typical motion-sickness drugs. Symptoms are most pronounced when the patient is sitting still and minimized by walking. This gentleman was bedridden for the first 4.5 months of this year. He presents with tremors, dizziness, vertigo, depression, anxiety, eye twitching, facial tics. Stress and heat aggravate all the above. This gentleman has a very high stress level and stated that he is used to working 7 days a week prior to his cruise in January 2006 and subsequent MDDS problems. He has improved over the last months and now can function somewhat normally. He can walk in a straight line, sit without fainting, work, and drive. He is doing Yoga and loves walking. He feels best when he is walking. He originally came to me for anxiety and tremors. I have only treated him one time but I was curious if anyone has had any experience with this sort of problem. His tongue is purple, swollen, thin white coating, toothmarks, red tip. His pulse is wiry on both sides. He has scheduled to return several times a week for the next month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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