Headache and migraine in Old Town: 24/7 On-Call Doctor, Online Prescription and Local Support
Looking for help with headache and migraine in Old Town? Speak to a doctor by video at any hour, receive an e-prescription if treatment is appropriate and collect your medicine locally in Antalya.
Signs of headache and migraine to look for
- Nausea or vomiting
- Visual disturbances or aura before a migraine
- Dull, tight pressure around the head (tension)
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Throbbing pain, frequently one-sided (migraine)
About headache and migraine
Headaches range from the pressing, band-like pain of tension-type headache to the one-sided throbbing of migraine, which commonly comes with nausea and a dislike of light and sound.
Causes and risk factors
Dehydration, heat, lack of sleep, long journeys, skipped meals, alcohol, stress and, for some people, certain foods.
What to know about headache and migraine in Old Town
Kaleici’s steep cobbled lanes, stone houses and old harbour reflect the heat, so long wanders often end in blisters, turned ankles and heat exhaustion. Heat, noise, long walks and skipped meals commonly set off headaches. Eat regularly and take breaks in the shade.
Care and treatment for headache and migraine
A video visit lets the doctor take a history, tell tension headache and migraine apart, suggest treatment and decide whether anything needs urgent checking. Options may include simple pain relief, anti-sickness medicine and, for migraine, specific migraine medicines.
- Take simple pain relief as directed on the pack, early
- Keep a note of your triggers
- Drink water and rest in a cool, dark, quiet room
How it works: headache and migraine care in Old Town
- Contact us on WhatsApp or through the booking link and share your location in Old Town.
- The physician sees you on screen, listens to your story and checks what is needed.
- You get an e-prescription on WhatsApp or by email when medicine is needed.
Prevention tips
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.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get headache and migraine treatment in Old Town?
Yes, you can. Speak to the doctor online at any hour; if treatment is suitable you receive an e-prescription valid at pharmacies in Old Town.
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.
Is headache and migraine common among visitors to Old Town?
Long days of walking and crowded transport in Old Town mean headache and migraine is a frequent request from visitors.
References
- NHS. Migraine
- NHS. Tension-type headaches
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. Use this as general guidance; your own doctor’s advice always comes first.
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