Balance/Falling Condition (Undiagnosed)

[Okoso]

Periodically, I fall uncontrollably (i.e., unable to catch myself) when I unknowingly trip on something or from routine movements. Something as normal as walking on level ground with or without a raised area, on a tile floor or carpet, or up & down stairs, have led to falling, after accidentally tripping. In the past, I would quickly react to this and catch myself. Now, it seems as if I can't control my body as much as I try to. I struggle to catch myself and not fall, but just can’t. The whole thing happens in seconds. Luckily, I have not gotten hurt and still physically fit. But, I fear that I will do so at some point. So now, I find myself looking down a lot, holding on railings or the wall and walking extra carefully to avoid any sudden and unexpected fall. Also, I can’t seem to have a steady balance when walking outside in the dark. It’s as if the ground in front of me is not level to cause me to misstep and fall. This is terrifying and frustrating to say the least. I am now 55 years old and this has been happening since I was 30 years old, but getting progressively worse. I have discussed this problem with different doctors but have not gotten any help or direction from any of them. They have generally suggested that it is vertigo. Unlike vertigo, though, the condition that I have described is more severe and more frightening. I am very worried about it and hope that I can get some answers and direction.
Thank you.

[JMH2]

I have a friend that experienced the exact same thing and she was diagnosed with vertigo. I don't know if you've ever fallen and hit your head but this can cause vertigo. Go see a neurologist right away.