See a Doctor for Scabies in Kas: Video Visit and Prescription, Day or Night
Treatment for scabies in Kas, Antalya: 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.onlineQuick Facts
| Service | Online doctor consultation by video |
|---|---|
| Destination | Kas, Antalya |
| Doctors | English, German and Turkish |
| Health issue | Scabies |
| Availability | Around the clock |
| Outcome | Advice and e-prescription if suitable |
| Best for | Holidaymakers and long-stay guests |
Local Tips for Scabies in Kas
Kas is known for diving, kayaking and boat trips, which bring ear problems, cuts from rocks and sun exposure. Remote tours and outdoor days make it harder to reach help, so carry water, basic supplies and your medicines, and contact us early.
Travel Guide to Kas
Kas was the ancient Lycian port of Antiphellos, and you can still see rock tombs and a small theatre. Trip for travellers: dive, kayak over the sunken city at Kekova and browse the old-town boutiques and craft shops. The town is best known for its diving.
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.
How Scabies Feels
- Itching in several household members
- Sores from scratching
- Thin grey burrow lines between fingers or on wrists
- A rash of small spots
About Scabies
Microscopic mites burrowing in the skin cause scabies, an intensely itchy condition passed on by prolonged close contact.
What Can Cause Scabies
The scabies mite, passed on through close skin contact and sometimes shared bedding or clothing, including in crowded accommodation.
Avoiding Scabies on Holiday
Avoid prolonged skin contact with anyone who has it, wash bedding and clothing at a high temperature after treatment and treat contacts together.
Getting Scabies Treated in Kas
The doctor can look at photos and symptoms, prescribe a scabies treatment where suitable and explain how to treat contacts and the home. Itching can continue for weeks after the mites are gone. Depending on your case, the doctor may suggest permethrin cream or ivermectin tablets, plus treating contacts and washing bedding.
- Avoid close contact until treated
- Do not scratch, to avoid infection
- Treat everyone in the household at the same time
Your Visit Step by Step
- Contact us on WhatsApp or through the booking link and share your location in Kas.
- Speak to the on-demand doctor by video, who assesses your symptoms.
- If treatment is suitable, an e-prescription is sent to your phone.
- Any pharmacy in Kas can dispense it; look for the red E sign.
- Keep the invoice and report if you plan to claim from your travel insurer.
Emergency in Turkey: call 112. Online visits are not for life-threatening conditions or controlled-substance prescriptions.
FAQ
Can I Get Scabies Treatment in Kas?
Yes. Our on-call physician works around the clock, and a prescription, if needed, can be filled in Kas the same day.
When Should I See a Doctor in Person for Scabies?
Infected sores with pus or fever, a widespread crusted rash, scabies in babies, or a weak immune system.
What Can I Do at Home for Scabies?
Wash bedding, towels and clothing at a high temperature. Avoid close contact until treated. Treat everyone in the household at the same time.
Can I Fly Home with Scabies?
The doctor tells you if flying is safe. Where an airline requires proof, we can arrange a fit to fly certificate.
What Should I Have Ready for the Video Visit?
Your passport details, the name of your hotel or address in Kas, a list of your medicines and allergies, and photos if there is a rash, wound or eye problem.
Will I Receive a Prescription for Scabies?
If treatment is appropriate, yes. The doctor sends an e-prescription by WhatsApp or email that you show at any pharmacy in Kas. Controlled substances cannot be prescribed online.
Is Scabies Common Among Visitors to Kas?
Outdoor trips in Antalya take people far from clinics, so scabies can be a problem; a video doctor gives quick advice.
Other Common Problems in Kas
Seasonal Note for Kas
In Kas, early starts, sun and altitude or distance from help mean it pays to carry water, sunscreen and a small first aid kit.
References
- NHS. Scabies
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. This page is for information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.