Get Hand, foot and mouth disease Treatment in Bodrum from a 24/7 On-Call Doctor Near You
Unwell with hand, foot and mouth disease in Bodrum? Our 24/7 on-call doctor assesses you online, explains your options and sends your e-prescription to a pharmacy in Mugla.
E-rx.onlineAt a Glance
| Availability | Day and night |
|---|---|
| Destination | Bodrum, Mugla |
| Condition | Hand, foot and mouth disease |
| Service | Video visit, hotel visit in selected areas |
| You receive | E-prescription if appropriate |
| Physician | English, German and Turkish |
| Best for | Visitors and residents |
Typical Symptoms
- Rash that can also appear on the buttocks, knees or elbows
- 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
- Fever and feeling unwell
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.
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 normally clears up in 7 to 10 days and has no link with foot-and-mouth disease in cattle.
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in Bodrum: What to Know Locally
Bodrum combines the castle, marina and nightlife, so long sunny days often finish with a late night and dehydration. Adults can catch it too, normally with milder symptoms. Wash your hands commonly and contact us if painful mouth sores and a blister rash appear.
Travel Guide to Bodrum
Bodrum is ancient Halicarnassus, birthplace of Herodotus and home of the Mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders. Trip for travellers: visit the Castle of St Peter and its underwater archaeology museum, then stroll the marina and bazaar for leather sandals, sponges and jewellery. Water sports include windsurfing, sailing, diving and gulet cruises.
For Visitors from the UK, Australia, the US and New Zealand
- No language barrier: Dr. Yasbala consults in English, so you can describe symptoms naturally.
- Emergency number: dial 112 in Turkey, not 999, 000, 111 or 911.
- Medicine names differ: paracetamol is called acetaminophen in the US, and brands in Turkey differ from home. Tell the doctor what you normally take, or send a photo of the packet.
- Insurance: check your travel policy before treatment and keep the invoice and prescription we send you.
- Any time zone: the on-demand doctor is available 24/7, whatever the time is back home.
Care and Treatment for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
The physician 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. Treatment can involve fluids, soothing mouth care and paracetamol or ibuprofen for fever and pain, as no specific antiviral is needed.
- Offer plenty of cool fluids, little and often, to prevent dehydration
- Give soft, cool foods such as yoghurt, ice lollies or soup; avoid salty, spicy or acidic food
- Wash hands commonly 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
Your Visit Step by Step
- Write to us, say how you feel and where you are in Bodrum.
- Speak to the on-demand doctor by video, who assesses your symptoms.
- When medicine is appropriate, the prescription reaches your phone within the visit.
- Pick up the medicine at a local pharmacy.
- If symptoms continue, message us for a follow-up.
Avoiding Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease on Holiday
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 Bodrum?
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.
Will My Travel Insurance Cover Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Treatment?
Cover differs between insurers. Tell us which company you are with, and keep every receipt, the report and the invoice.
Is Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Common Among Visitors to Bodrum?
Late nights and busy schedules in Bodrum mean visitors often catch something, and hand, foot and mouth disease is a reason people call a doctor here.
What Should I Have Ready for the Video Visit?
A stable internet connection, your medicine list, any allergies and your insurance details. Photos of the affected area help.
Which Languages Does the Doctor Speak?
English, German and Turkish.
Can Children Be Assessed for Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Online?
Often yes for common problems, but babies and very young children may need to be examined in person. The doctor will tell you.
Also Asked About in Bodrum
When Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Is Most Likely in Bodrum
In the busy months, hangovers, heat and little sleep make even a simple cold last longer in Bodrum, so rest and drink water.
References
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. Use this as general guidance; your own doctor’s advice always comes first.
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