Hand, foot and mouth disease in Besiktas: 24/7 On-Call Doctor, Online Prescription and Local Support
Unwell with hand, foot and mouth disease in Besiktas? Our 24/7 on-call doctor assesses you online, explains your options and sends your e-prescription to a pharmacy in Istanbul.
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| Format | Online doctor consultation by video |
|---|---|
| Health issue | Hand, foot and mouth disease |
| Hours | Around the clock |
| Best for | Travellers, tourists and expats |
| Includes | E-prescription if appropriate |
Causes and Risk Factors
Enteroviruses, most frequently coxsackievirus A16 and enterovirus A71. The virus spreads through saliva, fluid from blisters, coughs and sneezes and stools, so it moves quickly through nurseries, hotel kids’ clubs and swimming areas. Symptoms typically appear 3 to 6 days after contact. Adults can catch it too, typically with milder symptoms.
What Is Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
This viral infection, seen mainly in small children, causes fever, painful mouth ulcers and a blistering rash on palms and soles. It is normally mild, clears in a week to ten days and is unrelated to the cattle disease with a similar name.
How Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Feels
- Fever and feeling unwell
- Loss of appetite and drooling in small children
- Sore throat and painful mouth ulcers
- Red spots that turn into small blisters on the palms and soles
- Rash that can also appear on the buttocks, knees or elbows
What to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Besiktas
Sightseeing in Besiktas is tiring: long days, hot streets, shared transport and quick meals explain most health complaints. Other places within reach include Kadikoy, Sisli, Uskudar. Crowded transport and attractions let the virus pass between children. Wash hands, do not share cups and call us if a child stops drinking.
Travel Guide to Besiktas
Trip for travellers: Besiktas is best explored on foot, with cafes, markets and historic sights close together. Allow time for shopping and use ferries or taxis between sights.
How Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Is Treated
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. Options may include 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
- Offer plenty of cool fluids, little and commonly, to prevent dehydration
- Keep blisters clean and do not pop them
- Wash hands frequently and do not share cups, towels or toys until the blisters have crusted over
From Message to Medicine in Besiktas
- Write to us, say how you feel and where you are in Besiktas.
- Speak to the on-demand doctor by video, who assesses your symptoms.
- You get an e-prescription on WhatsApp or by email when medicine is needed.
- Collect your medicine from a pharmacy in Besiktas.
Prevention Tips
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.
Emergency in Turkey: call 112. Online visits are not for life-threatening conditions or controlled-substance prescriptions.
Common Questions About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Besiktas
Can I Get Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Treatment in Besiktas?
Yes, you can. Speak to the doctor online at any hour; if treatment is suitable you receive an e-prescription valid at pharmacies in Besiktas.
When Should I See a Doctor in Person for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
Seek a doctor quickly if a child will not drink or passes very little urine, has fever beyond three days, a stiff neck, severe headache, drowsiness, breathing difficulty or fits, is under six months old, has a weak immune system or is 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.
Will I Receive a Prescription for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
Only when the doctor judges it is safe and suitable. The e-prescription arrives by WhatsApp or email and is accepted at pharmacies in Besiktas.
How Fast Can I See a Doctor for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Besiktas?
Most visitors are seen the same day. Send a request or WhatsApp message and we will arrange the video visit as soon as possible.
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References
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. The content here is general and cannot replace individual medical advice.
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