See a Doctor for Headache and migraine in Urla: Video Visit and Prescription, Day or Night
Treatment for headache and migraine in Urla, Izmir: 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.onlineWhat to Know About Headache and Migraine in Urla
Visitors to Urla spend long hours in sun and water and eat out a lot, so sunburn, ear problems and stomach upsets are what doctors see most. Close by are Seferihisar, Karaburun, Dikili, which share the same medical services. Dehydration, bright light and skipped meals are the commonest holiday triggers. Drink water, wear sunglasses and rest in a dark room.
Signs of Headache and Migraine to Look for
- Nausea or vomiting
- Visual disturbances or aura before a migraine
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Dull, tight pressure around the head (tension)
Understanding Headache and Migraine
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.
Getting Headache and Migraine Treated in Urla
A video visit lets the doctor take a history, tell tension headache and migraine apart, suggest treatment and decide whether anything needs urgent checking. Typical choices are simple painkillers, anti-sickness medicine and, for migraine, specific migraine medicines.
- Keep a note of your triggers
- Drink water and rest in a cool, dark, quiet room
- Take simple pain relief as directed on the pack, early
Your Visit Step by Step
- Tell us on WhatsApp where in Urla you are and what is bothering you.
- The doctor talks to you by video and asks about your symptoms and history.
- Receive an e-prescription by WhatsApp or email if treatment is appropriate.
Avoiding Headache and Migraine on Holiday
Drink enough water, eat regularly, sleep well, limit alcohol, protect your eyes from glare and keep a diary to spot your triggers.
Life-threatening symptoms need an ambulance: dial 112 in Turkey. Online doctors cannot prescribe controlled substances.
Common Questions About Headache and Migraine in Urla
Can I Get Headache and Migraine Treatment in Urla?
Yes, you can. Speak to the doctor online at any hour; if treatment is suitable you receive an e-prescription valid at pharmacies in Urla.
When Should I See a Doctor in Person for Headache and Migraine?
Call 112 for 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.
What Should I Have Ready for the Video Visit?
Your passport details, the name of your hotel or address in Urla, a list of your medicines and allergies, and photos if there is a rash, wound or eye problem.
References
- NHS. Migraine
- NHS. Tension-type headaches
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. The content here is general and cannot replace individual medical advice.