Symptom combination
Dizziness and Difficulty Swallowing
8 conditions commonly cause both dizziness and difficulty swallowing in India.
Conditions causing both symptoms
Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left 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
Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome
Serious
dizziness, double vision, loss of balance, vertigo
ℹ️ immediately
Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of basilar artery
Emergency
severe dizziness, double vision, difficulty speaking, difficulty swallowing
ℹ️ immediately - critical emergency
Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right vertebral artery
Emergency
severe dizziness, loss of balance, double vision, difficulty swallowing
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 unspecified occlusion or stenosis of basilar artery
Emergency
severe dizziness, vertigo, double vision, difficulty speaking
ℹ️ immediately - call ambulance
Occlusion and stenosis of basilar artery
Emergency
dizziness, vertigo, double vision, difficulty speaking
ℹ️ immediately - potential stroke
Frequently asked questions
What causes dizziness and difficulty swallowing together in India?
Common conditions that cause both include:
Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left vertebral artery, Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral vertebral arteries, Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome, Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of basilar artery, Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right vertebral artery.
When should I see a doctor for dizziness and difficulty swallowing?
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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