Symptom combination
Headache and Vomiting
30 conditions commonly cause both headache and vomiting in India.
Conditions causing both symptoms
Cyclical vomiting, in migraine, intractable
Serious
severe nausea, repeated vomiting, abdominal pain, headache
ℹ️ immediately during episodes, regular follow-up for management
Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Moderate
diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting
ℹ️ if symptoms persist beyond 2-3 days or dehydration occurs
Unspecified viral encephalitis
Emergency
high fever, severe headache, confusion, seizures
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Postimmunization acute necrotizing hemorrhagic encephalopathy
Emergency
severe headache after vaccination, confusion, seizures, fever
ℹ️ immediately
Other acute necrotizing hemorrhagic encephalopathy
Emergency
severe headache, high fever, confusion, seizures
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Other reaction to spinal and lumbar puncture
Moderate
severe headache, neck stiffness, nausea and vomiting, dizziness
ℹ️ within 24-48 hours if symptoms are severe
Adenoviral meningitis
Serious
severe headache, neck stiffness, fever, photophobia
ℹ️ immediately
Urban yellow fever
Emergency
high fever, severe headache, muscle pain, nausea
ℹ️ immediately
Frequently asked questions
What causes headache and vomiting together in India?
Common conditions that cause both include:
Cyclical vomiting, in migraine, intractable, Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified, Unspecified viral encephalitis, Postimmunization acute necrotizing hemorrhagic encephalopathy, Other acute necrotizing hemorrhagic encephalopathy.
When should I see a doctor for headache and vomiting?
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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