Symptom combination
Headache and Seizures
30 conditions commonly cause both headache and seizures in India.
Conditions causing both symptoms
Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Serious
headache, dizziness, vision problems, seizures
ℹ️ within 1-2 weeks for neurology consultation
Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges
Serious
headache, dizziness, seizures, vision changes
ℹ️ within 1 week for detailed evaluation
MELAS syndrome
Emergency
stroke-like episodes, seizures, recurrent headaches, muscle weakness
ℹ️ immediately for specialized neurological care
Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Serious
headache, seizures, confusion, personality changes
ℹ️ immediately for emergency evaluation
Eclampsia complicating labor
Emergency
seizures during labor, severe headache, very high blood pressure, blurred vision
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Plasmodium falciparum malaria with cerebral complications
Emergency
high fever, severe headache, confusion, seizures
ℹ️ immediately
Unspecified viral encephalitis
Emergency
high fever, severe headache, confusion, seizures
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Acute necrotizing hemorrhagic encephalopathy, unspecified
Emergency
sudden severe headache, confusion, seizures, weakness
ℹ️ immediately
Frequently asked questions
What causes headache and seizures together in India?
Common conditions that cause both include:
Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges, Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges, MELAS syndrome, Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain, Eclampsia complicating labor.
When should I see a doctor for headache and seizures?
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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