Symptom combination
Dizziness and Numbness
11 conditions commonly cause both dizziness and numbness in India.
Conditions causing both symptoms
Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Serious
headache, dizziness, nosebleeds, bruising easily
ℹ️ within 24 hours
Multiple and bilateral precerebral artery syndromes
Serious
temporary weakness, temporary vision loss, dizziness, double vision
ℹ️ immediately - within hours
Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right vertebral artery
Emergency
sudden dizziness, loss of balance, double vision, slurred speech
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral vertebral arteries
Emergency
severe dizziness, loss of balance, double vision, difficulty speaking
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Other transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes
Serious
temporary weakness, brief confusion, temporary vision loss, sudden dizziness
ℹ️ immediately - within hours
Cerebral infarction due to embolism of unspecified precerebral artery
Emergency
sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, vision loss, dizziness
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Cerebral infarction due to embolism of basilar artery
Emergency
sudden severe dizziness, double vision, difficulty speaking, loss of consciousness
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Cerebral infarction due to embolism of other precerebral artery
Emergency
sudden dizziness, loss of balance, difficulty walking, blurred vision
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Frequently asked questions
What causes dizziness and numbness together in India?
Common conditions that cause both include:
Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia, Multiple and bilateral precerebral artery syndromes, Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right vertebral artery, Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral vertebral arteries, Other transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes.
When should I see a doctor for dizziness and numbness?
See a doctor within 24 hours if symptoms are severe,
persistent beyond 2 days, or worsening. Call 112 for any emergency.
Important: This is general health information only — not medical advice.
Always consult a qualified doctor. Emergency: call 112.
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