Cat scratch in Beyoglu: 24/7 On-Call Doctor, Online Prescription and Local Support
Unwell with cat scratch in Beyoglu? Our 24/7 on-call doctor assesses you online, explains your options and sends your e-prescription to a pharmacy in Istanbul.
How cat scratch feels
- Swelling and redness around the scratch
- Red scratch marks on the skin
- Warmth, pus or a red streak spreading
- Mild pain or itching
- Swollen glands near the scratch after a few days
Common triggers
Scratches or bites from a stray or pet cat. Bacteria on the claws and teeth can get into the skin, and cats may carry cat scratch disease.
Cat scratch explained
A cat scratch is a break in the skin caused by a cat’s claws or teeth. Most heal on their own, but cat scratches can become infected, and animal bites and scratches also carry a small risk of rabies in Turkey.
What to know about cat scratch in Beyoglu
Beyoglu’s steep streets, rooftop bars and street food bring walking injuries and upset stomachs. Cats around bars and restaurants may be stray or unwell. Avoid handling them and clean any scratch well.
How cat scratch is treated
The doctor looks at the wound on camera, advises on wound care and prescribes an antibiotic if it looks infected. For a stray or unwell cat, they will say if a face-to-face visit for rabies advice is necessary. Treatment can involve wound cleaning, a dressing and, if infected, an antibiotic; a tetanus booster or rabies treatment is arranged in person when needed.
- Wash the scratch well with soap and running water
- Pat dry and cover it with a clean dressing
- Do not let the cat lick the wound
- Watch the area for redness, swelling or pus over the next days
From message to medicine in Beyoglu
- Write to us, say how you feel and where you are in Beyoglu.
- The doctor talks to you by video and asks about your symptoms and history.
- When medicine is appropriate, the prescription reaches your phone within the visit.
Life-threatening symptoms need an ambulance: dial 112 in Turkey. Online doctors cannot prescribe controlled substances.
FAQ
Can I get cat scratch treatment in Beyoglu?
Yes. Our on-call physician works around the clock, and a prescription, if needed, can be filled in Beyoglu the same day.
When should I see a doctor in person for cat scratch?
A bite or deep scratch from a stray or unwell cat, redness spreading, pus, fever, swollen glands, a scratch near the eye or on the hands, or a weak immune system.
Will I receive a prescription for cat scratch?
If treatment is appropriate, yes. The doctor sends an e-prescription by WhatsApp or email that you show at any pharmacy in Beyoglu. Controlled substances cannot be prescribed online.
References
- NHS. Animal and human bites
- World Health Organization. Rabies
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. Use this as general guidance; your own doctor’s advice always comes first.