See a Doctor for Scabies in Golden Horn: Video Visit and Prescription, Day or Night
Treatment for scabies in Golden Horn, 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.
Key facts
| How | Video visit, hotel visit in selected areas |
|---|---|
| Physician | English, German and Turkish |
| Includes | E-prescription if appropriate |
| When | Around the clock |
| Area | Golden Horn, Istanbul |
| Best for | Visitors and residents |
| Condition | Scabies |
Golden Horn: local notes for scabies
The Golden Horn shoreline and its ferries mean hours of sun and wind outdoors. 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 Golden Horn
The Golden Horn, called Halic in Turkish, is an inlet separating the old peninsula from Beyoglu. Trip for travellers: ride the cable car up to Pierre Loti hill, visit the Eyup Sultan Mosque and browse the shops of Balat and Eminonu.
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.
Scabies explained
Scabies is an itchy skin condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin and spread through lengthy skin contact.
Common triggers
The scabies mite spreads through close skin contact and occasionally through shared bedding or clothing, including in crowded accommodation.
Signs of scabies to look for
- Sores from scratching
- Thin grey burrow lines between fingers or on wrists
- Itching in several household members
- A rash of small spots
How to lower your risk of scabies
Avoid prolonged skin contact with anyone who has it, wash bedding and clothing at a high temperature after treatment and treat contacts together.
Getting scabies treated in Golden Horn
The doctor looks at photos and symptoms, prescribes treatment when suitable and explains how to treat contacts and the home. Itching can continue for weeks after the mites are gone. Typical choices are permethrin cream or ivermectin tablets, plus treating contacts and washing bedding.
- Do not scratch, to avoid infection
- Wash bedding, towels and clothing at a high temperature
- Avoid close contact until treated
Your visit step by step
- Send a request or message us on WhatsApp and tell us where you are staying in Golden Horn.
- The physician sees you on screen, listens to your story and checks what is needed.
- When medicine is appropriate, the prescription reaches your phone within the visit.
- Show the prescription at a pharmacy near you in Golden Horn and collect the medicine.
- Ask us for a medical report and invoice for your insurance.
If you think it is an emergency, call 112 straight away. Video consultations are not meant for urgent life-threatening problems.
FAQ
Can I get scabies treatment in Golden Horn?
Treatment for scabies is available here whenever you need it, by video, with medicine from a local pharmacy.
When should I see a doctor in person for scabies?
Infected sores with pus or fever, a widespread crusted rash, scabies in babies, or a weak immune system.
What can I do at home for scabies?
Wash bedding, towels and clothing at a high temperature. Avoid close contact until treated. Treat everyone in the household at the same time.
Is scabies common among visitors to Golden Horn?
City travel in Golden Horn exposes visitors to many infections, and scabies comes up regularly.
Can I fly home with scabies?
It depends on how unwell you are. The doctor can advise and, if an airline asks, issue a fit to fly report.
Which pharmacy should I use in Golden Horn?
Any pharmacy (eczane) will accept an e-prescription. If it is late, ask a nearby pharmacy for the on-duty one.
Can children be assessed for scabies online?
Many children can be assessed by video. Infants and anyone who looks very unwell should be examined face to face.
Related health problems in Golden Horn
When scabies is most likely in Golden Horn
Visitors to Golden Horn in any season walk a lot: expect sore feet, blisters and the odd sprain, and in winter, colds.
References
- NHS. Scabies
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. Use this as general guidance; your own doctor’s advice always comes first.