Getting Dizzy...help?

Could be an inner ear problem???? I was thinking that might be the problem then when you mentioned the carnival ride thing. The fluids in the inner ear shift to 'balance' you in the water for a long length of time and then when you get out/stand up they don't re-adjust? Just a thought. Lainey

Not an outer ear problem. Let us know if the goggles are the problem it seams to me when I wear goggles it limits my peripheral vision. I definitely have thought about that. I have noticed that I tend to get and keep water in my ears more, after I've been swimming backstroke. I'm only dizzy for a minute or so, and then it stops. Maybe earplugs or is it just my wonky head?

ear plugs would keep water from getting into the outter ear. But who knows maybe that water is some how causing the imbalance. There are three semi circular cannels in the inner ear that are filled with fluid. If I'm remembering correctly, this fluid can, and should, shift around. The shifting sends signals to the brain about body position and helps with balance. If off it might cause dizziness. I'm with the rest of the folks here, because it has come on so suddendly I'd mention it to my doc. Lainey

Here's what I've discoverd so far. I'm looking straight up at the ceiling for a guide, while I swim (otherwise I'm so new at it, I'd be crashing into the lane lines, etc.) I didn't notice any swelling in my upper arms, just by sight. I'll measure tomorrow. I was so busy trying to look at everything else, that I totally forgot to monitor my breathing. Maybe this is a clue. I usually do my backstroke, right after my 500m breaststroke set. I usually try to swim the last 100 as fast as I can. I use the backstroke to usually catch my breath. Could that be the problem? Cheryl, it very well could be an issue; try to measure/monitor your breathing next time...

I found that when I wear goggles and swim backstroke or even kick on the back I get seasick (dizzy). When I do not wear goggles I am fine.

I found that when I wear goggles and swim backstroke or even kick on the back I get seasick (dizzy). When I do not wear goggles I am fine. Now that is an interesting concept! What kind of goggles do you wear?

All of the small lense goggles. I have tried all kinds from speedo, parnell, yingfa, arena, etc etc

All of the small lense goggles. I have tried all kinds from speedo, parnell, yingfa, arena, etc etc I have to say that I haven't heard or seen that before...you are unique, my friend!! :D

I think the inner ear might indeed be my problem. I experimented last night, my night out of the pool. It seems that when I tip my head back at a certain angle is when it happens, even on dry land. So, the swimming really has nothing to do with it. I also got to thinking that about a month ago, I had a throat and ear infection too. It's a good thing that I have a physical coming up in the next couple of weeks. Thanks for everyone's help and suggestions.

I think the inner ear might indeed be my problem. I experimented last night, my night out of the pool. It seems that when I tip my head back at a certain angle is when it happens, even on dry land. So, the swimming really has nothing to do with it. I also got to thinking that about a month ago, I had a throat and ear infection too. It's a good thing that I have a physical coming up in the next couple of weeks. Thanks for everyone's help and suggestions. Cheryl, best of luck with that, and definitely glad that we could all help in the self-diagnosis.