Ear pain in Istanbul Airport: 24/7 On-Call Doctor, Online Prescription and Local Support
Ear pain while travelling in Istanbul Airport? Message us, describe how you feel and the on-call doctor will guide you, day or night, without a trip to a clinic.
What to know about ear pain in Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport is a major hub, so layover travellers often need advice quickly between flights. Flying with a cold, pressure changes and cold air on ferries can bring on ear pain. Chew or yawn on descent.
Why ear pain happens
Frequent triggers include trapped water after a swim, cleaning the ear with cotton buds, a cold or sinus congestion and the air pressure changes of flying.
Understanding ear pain
Ear pain can come from the outer ear canal, the middle ear or nearby areas such as the throat or jaw. Two common holiday causes are swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) and middle-ear infection (otitis media).
Typical symptoms
- Fluid discharge
- Fever, especially in children
- Aching or sharp pain in or around the ear
Care and treatment for ear pain
By video the doctor allows work out the likely cause, explains what to do and plans treatment such as drops or pain relief if appropriate. If the eardrum requires to be looked at with an otoscope, you will be told. Typical choices are pain relief, ear drops where suitable and treatment of any related cold or sinus problem.
- Do not insert cotton buds or fingers
- Chewing or yawning can ease pressure during descent
How it works: ear pain care in Istanbul Airport
- Send a request or message us on WhatsApp and tell us where you are staying in Istanbul Airport.
- The doctor talks to you by video and asks about your symptoms and history.
- You get an e-prescription on WhatsApp or by email when medicine is needed.
Preventing ear pain
Dry your ears gently after swimming, avoid cotton buds, use earplugs or a swim cap if you are prone to ear problems and treat colds promptly.
In an emergency in Turkey call 112. A video visit cannot replace emergency care or prescribe controlled substances.
Questions travellers ask
Can I get ear pain treatment in Istanbul Airport?
Treatment for ear pain is available here whenever you need it, by video, with medicine from a local pharmacy.
When should I see a doctor in person for ear pain?
Seek help for swelling or redness behind the ear, severe pain, high fever, a drooping face, sudden hearing loss, dizziness, or blood or pus coming from the ear.
Will I receive a prescription for ear pain?
Only when the doctor judges it is safe and suitable. The e-prescription arrives by WhatsApp or email and is accepted at pharmacies in Istanbul Airport.
References
- NHS. Ear infections
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. This page is for information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.