See a Doctor for Hand, foot and mouth disease in Sultanahmet: Video Visit and Prescription, Day or Night
Treatment for hand, foot and mouth disease in Sultanahmet, Istanbul: video consultation with an English, German or Turkish-speaking doctor, e-prescription for the local pharmacy, and visits to your accommodation in selected areas.
E-rx.onlineTypical Symptoms
- Sore throat and painful mouth ulcers
- Red spots that turn into small blisters on the palms and soles
- Loss of appetite and drooling in small children
- Irritability and refusing to drink since swallowing hurts
Understanding Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness in young children with fever, sore mouth ulcers and blisters on the hands and feet. It typically resolves in 7 to 10 days and has no link with foot-and-mouth disease in cattle.
Why Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Happens
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.
Sultanahmet: Local Notes for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Sultanahmet holds the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, so queues and miles of walking in the heat are the norm. Crowded transport and attractions let the virus pass between children. Wash hands, do not share cups and call us if a child stops drinking.
Treatment Options for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Sultanahmet
On a video visit the doctor can see the mouth ulcers and rash, rule out other causes of blisters and advise on fluids, pain and fever relief and when a child can return to the pool or kids’ club. No specific antiviral is needed, and any medicine can be sent 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.
- Use paracetamol or ibuprofen for fever and pain as directed on the pack and for the age
- Give soft, cool foods such as yoghurt, ice lollies or soup; avoid salty, spicy or acidic food
Your Visit Step by Step
- Write to us, say how you feel and where you are in Sultanahmet.
- A video consultation follows, where the physician reviews how you are.
- The doctor sends any prescription straight to your WhatsApp or inbox.
Preventing Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Wash hands often, 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.
Life-threatening symptoms need an ambulance: dial 112 in Turkey. Online doctors cannot prescribe controlled substances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Get Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Treatment in Sultanahmet?
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.
How Fast Can I See a Doctor for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Sultanahmet?
Usually within minutes to a few hours, depending on demand. Message us on WhatsApp with your location and a short description.
References
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. The content here is general and cannot replace individual medical advice.
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