Mal De Debarquement Syndrome: An Often Unrecognized and Unreported Condition.

Mal de debarquement syndrome (MdDS), also known as "the sickness of disembarkment," is characterized by a persistent bobbing, rocking, or swaying sensation reported by patients long after they have completed travel on a boat or other forms of extended transportation. A detailed patient history, focusing on specific inquiries about recent boat or ship travel, is crucial for a timely diagnosis. The syndrome is unique in that reintroducing similar movements, such as driving, swinging, or returning to the boat, alleviates symptoms temporarily.