Symptom combination
Fever and Headache
66 conditions commonly cause both fever and headache in India.
Conditions causing both symptoms
Dengue fever [classical dengue]
Moderate
high fever, severe headache, pain behind eyes, joint pain
ℹ️ within 24 hours
Other acute sinusitis
Moderate
facial pain, nasal congestion, thick nasal discharge, headache
ℹ️ if symptoms persist beyond 10 days or are severe
Unspecified malaria
Serious
fever, chills, sweating, headache
ℹ️ within 24 hours
Unspecified arthropod-borne viral fever
Moderate
fever, headache, body ache, joint pain
ℹ️ within 24 hours
Typhoid pneumonia
Serious
persistent fever, cough with chest pain, difficulty breathing, abdominal pain
ℹ️ immediately - requires hospitalization and antibiotics
Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Moderate
diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting
ℹ️ if symptoms persist beyond 2-3 days or dehydration occurs
Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Mild
runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, mild fever
ℹ️ if symptoms persist beyond 7 days or worsen
Leptospirosis icterohemorrhagica
Emergency
high fever, yellowing of eyes, severe headache, muscle pain
ℹ️ immediately - requires hospitalization
Frequently asked questions
What causes fever and headache together in India?
Common conditions that cause both include:
Dengue fever [classical dengue], Other acute sinusitis, Unspecified malaria, Unspecified arthropod-borne viral fever, Typhoid pneumonia.
When should I see a doctor for fever and headache?
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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