Get Headache and migraine Treatment in Istanbul Airport from a 24/7 On-Call Doctor Near You
Treatment for headache and migraine in Istanbul Airport, 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.onlineLocal Tips for Headache and Migraine in Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport is a major hub, so layover travellers often need advice quickly between flights. Heat, noise, long walks and skipped meals commonly set off headaches. Eat regularly and take breaks in the shade.
Headache and Migraine Explained
Headaches range from the pressing, band-like pain of tension-type headache to the one-sided throbbing of migraine, which often comes with nausea and a dislike of light and sound.
Common Triggers
Dehydration, heat, too little sleep, long journeys, missed meals, alcohol, stress and, in some people, particular foods.
Symptoms of Headache and Migraine
- Throbbing pain, often one-sided (migraine)
- Visual disturbances or aura before a migraine
- Dull, tight pressure around the head (tension)
- Sensitivity to light and sound
Care and Treatment for Headache and Migraine
The doctor talks through your symptoms, works out whether it is tension headache or migraine, recommends treatment and rules out warning signs that need prompt investigation. Options may include simple pain relief, anti-sickness medicine and, for migraine, specific migraine medicines.
- Drink water and rest in a cool, dark, quiet room
- Eat regular meals and limit alcohol and caffeine
- Take simple pain relief as directed on the pack, early
How Treatment Works in Istanbul Airport
- Write to us, say how you feel and where you are in Istanbul Airport.
- You talk to the doctor face to face on video, with no waiting room.
- The doctor sends any prescription straight to your WhatsApp or inbox.
How to Lower Your Risk of Headache and Migraine
Drink enough water, eat regularly, sleep well, limit alcohol, protect your eyes from glare and keep a diary to spot your triggers.
If you think it is an emergency, call 112 straight away. Video consultations are not meant for urgent life-threatening problems.
FAQ
Can I Get Headache and Migraine Treatment in Istanbul Airport?
Yes. An on-demand doctor is available 24/7 by video anywhere in Istanbul Airport, and the e-prescription can be used at a local pharmacy.
When Should I See a Doctor in Person for Headache and Migraine?
A sudden, severe ‘worst ever’ headache, headache after a head injury, fever with a stiff neck, confusion, weakness, numbness, speech or vision problems, or fainting. Call 112.
Is Headache and Migraine Common Among Visitors to Istanbul Airport?
Long days of walking and crowded transport in Istanbul Airport mean headache and migraine is a frequent request from visitors.
References
- NHS. Migraine
- NHS. Tension-type headaches
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. General information only; it does not replace medical advice.
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