Hand, foot and mouth disease in Fatih: 24/7 On-Call Doctor, Online Prescription and Local Support
Hand, foot and mouth disease while travelling in Fatih? Message us, describe how you feel and the on-call doctor will guide you, day or night, without a trip to a clinic.
E-rx.onlineLocal Tips for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Fatih
Fatih is a busy visitor area, so long days on foot, crowds and street food are the usual causes of illness. Close by are Bosphorus, Golden Horn, Galata, which share the same medical services. Crowded transport and attractions let the virus pass between children. Wash hands, do not share cups and call us if a child stops drinking.
About 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.
What Can Cause Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
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.
Symptoms of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
- Red spots that turn into small blisters on the palms and soles
- Rash that can also appear on the buttocks, knees or elbows
- Irritability and refusing to drink since swallowing hurts
- Fever and feeling unwell
How to Lower Your Risk of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Wash hands commonly, especially after nappy changes and before eating, do not share cups, cutlery or towels, and keep a child with blisters or fever away from pools and kids’ clubs until they recover.
Getting Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Treated in Fatih
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. Depending on your case, the doctor may suggest 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
- Use paracetamol or ibuprofen for fever and pain as directed on the pack and for the age
- Keep blisters clean and do not pop them
- Offer plenty of cool fluids, little and often, to prevent dehydration
How Treatment Works in Fatih
- Open the booking link or message us with your location in Fatih.
- A video consultation follows, where the physician reviews how you are.
- The doctor sends any prescription straight to your WhatsApp or inbox.
In an emergency in Turkey call 112. A video visit cannot replace emergency care or prescribe controlled substances.
Questions Travellers Ask
Can I Get Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Treatment in Fatih?
Yes. Our on-call physician works around the clock, and a prescription, if needed, can be filled in Fatih the same day.
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.
Can I Fly Home with Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
It depends on how unwell you are. The doctor can advise and, if an airline asks, issue a fit to fly report.
References
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. General information only; it does not replace medical advice.
What We Treat in Fatih
Doctors for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Elsewhere in Istanbul
More about hand, foot and mouth disease · Medical help in Fatih