Which feature of vertigo is more likely to make it central rather than peripheral?

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Horizontal or rotational nystagmus present.

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Fast phase of nystagmus toward lesion.

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Severe vertigo associated with vomiting and diaphoresis.

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Visual fixation improves nystagmus.

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Hall pike manoeuvre positive.

1.	Which feature of vertigo is more likely to make it central rather than peripheral?
A.	Fast phase of nystagmus toward lesion.
B.	Horizontal or rotational nystagmus present.
C.	Severe vertigo associated with vomiting and diaphoresis.
D.	Visual fixation improves nystagmus.
E.	Hall pike manoeuvre positive.
Answer» B. Horizontal or rotational nystagmus present.

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