Get Headache and migraine Treatment in Uskudar from a 24/7 On-Call Doctor Near You
Treatment for headache and migraine in Uskudar, Istanbul: video consultation with an English, German or Turkish-speaking doctor, e-prescription for the local pharmacy, and visits to your accommodation in selected areas.
Quick facts
| Doctors | Physician fluent in three languages |
|---|---|
| Health issue | Headache and migraine |
| Hours | 24/7 on-call doctor |
| Best for | Travellers, tourists and expats |
| Location | Uskudar, Istanbul |
Headache and migraine in Uskudar: what to know locally
Uskudar offers endless things to see and eat, and the crowds, heat and rich food are behind most of the problems travellers meet. Other places within reach include Bakirkoy, Buyukada (Adalar), Sariyer. Heat, noise, long walks and skipped meals commonly set off headaches. Eat regularly and take breaks in the shade.
Travel guide to Uskudar
Uskudar was ancient Chrysopolis and later known as Scutari. Trip for travellers: ferry over, see the Maiden’s Tower from the shore and browse the bazaar streets and Ottoman mosques.
Symptoms of headache and migraine
- Visual disturbances or aura before a migraine
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Dull, tight pressure around the head (tension)
- Throbbing pain, frequently one-sided (migraine)
- Nausea or vomiting
What is 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.
Why headache and migraine happens
Frequent triggers: not drinking enough, hot weather, poor sleep, travel, skipped meals, alcohol, stress and certain foods.
Getting headache and migraine treated in Uskudar
The doctor talks through your symptoms, works out whether it is tension headache or migraine, recommends treatment and rules out warning signs that need prompt investigation. Options may include simple painkillers, anti-sickness medicine and, for migraine, specific migraine medicines.
- Take simple pain relief as directed on the pack, early
- Eat regular meals and limit alcohol and caffeine
- Drink water and rest in a cool, dark, quiet room
Your visit step by step
- Tell us on WhatsApp where in Uskudar you are and what is bothering you.
- The physician sees you on screen, listens to your story and checks what is needed.
- The doctor sends any prescription straight to your WhatsApp or inbox.
- Collect your medicine from a pharmacy in Uskudar.
Avoiding headache and migraine on holiday
Drink enough water, eat regularly, sleep well, limit alcohol, protect your eyes from glare and keep a diary to spot your triggers.
In an emergency in Turkey call 112. A video visit cannot replace emergency care or prescribe controlled substances.
Common questions about headache and migraine in Uskudar
Can I get headache and migraine treatment in Uskudar?
Yes. Our on-call physician works around the clock, and a prescription, if needed, can be filled in Uskudar the same day.
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.
What can I do at home for headache and migraine?
Drink water and rest in a cool, dark, quiet room. Take simple pain relief as directed on the pack, early. Eat regular meals and limit alcohol and caffeine.
Which languages does the doctor speak?
Dr. Elif Yasbala consults in English, German and Turkish.
Will my travel insurance cover headache and migraine treatment?
That depends on your policy. Ask your insurer before the visit, keep the invoice and the medical report and send them together for a claim.
Also asked about in Uskudar
References
- NHS. Migraine
- NHS. Tension-type headaches
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. General information only; it does not replace medical advice.