Hand, foot and mouth disease in Bakirkoy: 24/7 On-Call Doctor, Online Prescription and Local Support
Looking for help with hand, foot and mouth disease in Bakirkoy? Speak to a doctor by video at any hour, receive an e-prescription if treatment is appropriate and collect your medicine locally in Istanbul.
E-rx.onlineWhat to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Bakirkoy
Bakirkoy is a busy visitor area, so long days on foot, crowds and street food are the usual causes of illness. Other places within reach include Buyukada, Sariyer, Atasehir. Crowded transport and attractions let the virus pass between children. Wash hands, do not share cups and call us if a child stops drinking.
Common Triggers
Coxsackievirus A16 and enterovirus A71 are the usual viruses. Contact with saliva, blister fluid, droplets or stools passes them on, which is why kids’ clubs, nurseries and shared pools are hotspots. The illness starts 3 to 6 days after exposure and adults can catch it as well.
What Is Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral infection, mainly in young children, that causes fever, painful mouth ulcers and a blister-like rash on the palms and soles. It is typically mild and clears up on its own within 7 to 10 days. It is not related to foot-and-mouth disease in cattle.
Signs of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease to Look for
- Sore throat and painful mouth ulcers
- Loss of appetite and drooling in small children
- Irritability and refusing to drink because swallowing hurts
Treatment Options for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Bakirkoy
The doctor looks at the mouth and rash on camera, tells it apart from other blistering conditions and explains how to keep your child comfortable and drinking. There is no specific antiviral, and any needed medicine is sent to the nearest pharmacy as an e-prescription. Typical choices are fluids, soothing mouth care and paracetamol or ibuprofen for fever and pain, as no specific antiviral is needed.
- Wash hands frequently and do not share cups, towels or toys until the blisters have crusted over
- Keep blisters clean and do not pop them
- Give soft, cool foods such as yoghurt, ice lollies or soup; avoid salty, spicy or acidic food
How It Works: Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Care in Bakirkoy
- Send a request or message us on WhatsApp and tell us where you are staying in Bakirkoy.
- A video consultation follows, where the physician reviews how you are.
- If treatment is suitable, an e-prescription is sent to your phone.
If you think it is an emergency, call 112 straight away. Video consultations are not meant for urgent life-threatening problems.
Questions Travellers Ask
Can I Get Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Treatment in Bakirkoy?
Treatment for hand, foot and mouth disease is available here whenever you need it, by video, with medicine from a local pharmacy.
When Should I See a Doctor in Person for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
A child who will not drink or passes very little urine, fever lasting more than three days, a stiff neck, severe headache, unusual drowsiness or confusion, breathing difficulty, fits, a baby under six months, a weak immune system, or symptoms that are getting worse after 10 days.
Which Languages Does the Doctor Speak?
You can talk to the doctor in English, German or Turkish.
References
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. The content here is general and cannot replace individual medical advice.
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