Get Asthma Treatment in Maslak from a 24/7 On-Call Doctor Near You
Get advice and, where suitable, a prescription for asthma in Maslak from a physician who works by video 24/7 and can also arrange tests or a home visit in selected parts of Istanbul.
At a glance
| Outcome | E-prescription if appropriate |
|---|---|
| Condition | Asthma |
| Languages | Physician fluent in three languages |
| Hours | Day and night |
| Location | Maslak, Istanbul |
| Best for | Travellers, tourists and expats |
| Service | Video visit, hotel visit in selected areas |
Maslak: local notes for asthma
The pace of Maslak wears visitors down, so coughs, sprained ankles and food-related illness are common. Other places within reach include Mecidiyekoy, Moda, Bagdat Caddesi. Long walking days, heat and crowds can slow recovery, so build in rest and shade and tell the doctor how your days are going.
Travel guide to Maslak
Trip for travellers: Maslak is best explored on foot, with cafes, markets and historic sights close together. Allow time for shopping and use ferries or taxis between sights.
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.
About asthma
Asthma is a lasting condition in which the airways swell and narrow, causing wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath.
Why asthma happens
Allergens such as pollen and dust mites, infections, smoke, exercise, cold air and stress. Travel can bring new triggers, such as dusty rooms, pollen and smoky bars.
How asthma feels
- Shortness of breath
- Symptoms triggered by dust, pollen, smoke or cold air
- Chest tightness
- Cough, especially at night or with exercise
- Wheezing
Preventing asthma
Take preventer medicines as prescribed, know your triggers, carry your reliever inhaler at all times and keep your asthma plan up to date.
How asthma is treated
A doctor can review your symptoms, check your medicines, help you renew lost or empty inhalers and advise what to do during a flare-up. Please give us the exact names and doses of your inhalers. Depending on your case, the doctor may suggest reliever inhalers, preventer inhalers (inhaled corticosteroids) and, in a flare-up, short courses of oral steroids.
- Keep your asthma plan and medicine names with you
- Carry your reliever inhaler at all times and take preventer medicines as prescribed
- Avoid known triggers and smoky places
From message to medicine in Maslak
- Write to us, say how you feel and where you are in Maslak.
- You talk to the doctor face to face on video, with no waiting room.
- If treatment is suitable, an e-prescription is sent to your phone.
- Any pharmacy in Maslak can dispense it; look for the red E sign.
- Contact us again if you do not improve.
Emergency in Turkey: call 112. Online visits are not for life-threatening conditions or controlled-substance prescriptions.
Common questions about asthma in Maslak
Can I get asthma treatment in Maslak?
Treatment for asthma is available here whenever you need it, by video, with medicine from a local pharmacy.
When should I see a doctor in person for asthma?
Call 112 for severe breathlessness, being unable to speak in full sentences, blue lips, a reliever inhaler that no longer works, or exhaustion.
Is asthma common among visitors to Maslak?
City travel in Maslak exposes visitors to many infections, and asthma comes up regularly.
Can I fly home with asthma?
It depends on how unwell you are. The doctor can advise and, if an airline asks, issue a fit to fly report.
Can a doctor visit my hotel in Maslak?
It depends on where you are staying in Maslak. Send us your location on WhatsApp and we will tell you if a visit is possible.
Will I receive a prescription for asthma?
Only when the doctor judges it is safe and suitable. The e-prescription arrives by WhatsApp or email and is accepted at pharmacies in Maslak.
Will my travel insurance cover asthma treatment?
Cover differs between insurers. Tell us which company you are with, and keep every receipt, the report and the invoice.
Also asked about in Maslak
Seasonal note for Maslak
Visitors to Maslak in any season walk a lot: expect sore feet, blisters and the odd sprain, and in winter, colds.
References
- NHS. Asthma
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. General information only; it does not replace medical advice.