Cayla Kranz, a 35-year-old fitness and nutrition coach from St. Louis, Missouri, experienced a severe dizzy spell while driving with her two young children in October 2025. The episode caused her vision to darken, her head to feel heavy, and her to become lightheaded, prompting her to pull over and seek help. This event marked a turning point in her health journey, as she had previously endured similar but less severe symptoms without a clear diagnosis. Despite undergoing various medical tests, including EKGs, cardiology evaluations, MRIs, and consultations with multiple specialists, no definitive cause was identified. A conversation with a client who is a physical therapist led Kranz to research vestibular migraines, a condition characterized by balance issues, vertigo, nausea, and sensitivity to sensory stimuli. Although not all individuals with vestibular migraines experience every symptom, Kranz’s symptoms aligned with the condition, which remains poorly understood medically. She expressed relief at finally receiving a diagnosis and emphasized the importance of cherishing each day due to the unpredictable nature of such conditions.
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