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Orhaniye is built for beach days, and the strong sun, salty water and shared buffets behind them explain most of the health problems travellers report. Other places within reach include Selimiye, Bozburun, Kumlubuku. Kids’ clubs, pools and shared toys help the virus spread fast in summer resorts. Keep a child with blisters or fever out of the pool and ask us for advice.
Symptoms of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
- Rash that can also appear on the buttocks, knees or elbows
- Loss of appetite and drooling in small children
- Fever and feeling unwell
- Irritability and refusing to drink since swallowing hurts
- Red spots that turn into small blisters on the palms and soles
Understanding 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 not related to foot-and-mouth disease in cattle. It is normally mild and clears up on its own within 7 to 10 days.
Why Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Happens
Enteroviruses, mostly coxsackievirus A16 and enterovirus A71, cause it. They spread through saliva, blister fluid, coughs, sneezes and stools, so nurseries, kids’ clubs and pools are frequent places for spread. Symptoms appear 3 to 6 days after contact, and adults can be infected too.
How Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Is Treated
A video visit is very useful since the doctor can see the mouth and the rash on camera and tell hand, foot and mouth disease apart from other causes of blisters. There is no specific antiviral treatment, so the doctor advises on fluids, pain and fever relief, when a child can return to the pool or kids’ club, and what warning signs to watch for. Any medicine can be sent as an e-prescription to the nearest pharmacy. Options may include 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
- Offer plenty of cool fluids, little and commonly, to prevent dehydration
How Treatment Works in Orhaniye
- Tell us on WhatsApp where in Orhaniye you are and what is bothering you.
- You talk to the doctor face to face on video, with no waiting room.
- Receive an e-prescription by WhatsApp or email if treatment is appropriate.
Prevention Tips
Wash hands frequently, 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.
If you think it is an emergency, call 112 straight away. Video consultations are not meant for urgent life-threatening problems.
Common Questions About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Orhaniye
Can I Get Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Treatment in Orhaniye?
Yes, you can. Speak to the doctor online at any hour; if treatment is suitable you receive an e-prescription valid at pharmacies in Orhaniye.
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 Pharmacy Should I Use in Orhaniye?
Any pharmacy (eczane) will accept an e-prescription. If it is late, ask a nearby pharmacy for the on-duty one.
References
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. General information only; it does not replace medical advice.
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