What is vertebral artery compression syndrome?
The vertebral artery is one of the main arteries located at the base of the neck. Vertebral artery compression syndrome is the decreased blood flow to the brain with certain head positions. The movement of the head may occlude the vertebral artery and cause dizziness, vertigo, or fainting.
How do members experience vertebral artery compression syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with vertebral artery compression syndrome*
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for vertebral artery compression syndrome*
Who has vertebral artery compression syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 3 | |
| 50s | 3 | |
| 60s | 9 | |
| 70+ | 9 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | |
| Female | 23 |