Get Sinusitis (sinus infection) Treatment in Nisantasi from a 24/7 On-Call Doctor Near You
Need sinusitis (sinus infection) treatment in Nisantasi, Istanbul? An on-demand doctor is available around the clock by video, wherever you are, and can send an e-prescription for a pharmacy near you.
What to know about sinusitis (sinus infection) in Nisantasi
Nisantasi is a busy shopping and dining district, so long days on foot and heavy meals are the norm. Pollution, dust and pollen in busy cities aggravate sinuses. Saline rinses help; avoid flying until it eases.
Symptoms of sinusitis (sinus infection)
- Reduced sense of smell
- Facial pressure or pain around the cheeks, forehead or eyes
- Cough or a blocked, painful ear
- Blocked nose and thick discharge
Understanding sinusitis (sinus infection)
The hollow spaces in the bones around your nose and eyes can become inflamed, which is sinusitis. It frequently follows a cold and is mostly viral, although some cases are bacterial.
What can cause sinusitis (sinus infection)
Triggers are colds, allergies such as hay fever, air travel and dry air-conditioning.
How sinusitis (sinus infection) is treated
Your doctor asks about the duration and severity of your symptoms, judges whether an antibiotic would be useful and recommends nasal treatments and painkillers. Typical choices are saline rinses, decongestant or steroid nasal sprays, painkillers and, rarely, antibiotics.
- Simple painkillers as directed on the pack
- Saline nasal rinses or sprays
- Warm compress over the face
- Steam inhalation and plenty of fluids
How treatment works in Nisantasi
- Tell us on WhatsApp where in Nisantasi you are and what is bothering you.
- A video consultation follows, where the physician reviews how you are.
- The doctor sends any prescription straight to your WhatsApp or inbox.
In an emergency in Turkey call 112. A video visit cannot replace emergency care or prescribe controlled substances.
Common questions about sinusitis (sinus infection) in Nisantasi
Can I get sinusitis (sinus infection) treatment in Nisantasi?
Treatment for sinusitis (sinus infection) is available here whenever you need it, by video, with medicine from a local pharmacy.
When should I see a doctor in person for sinusitis (sinus infection)?
Seek urgent care for swelling or redness around the eyes, double vision, severe headache, neck stiffness, high fever, or symptoms lasting over ten days or getting worse after an initial improvement.
Will my travel insurance cover sinusitis (sinus infection) treatment?
Cover differs between insurers. Tell us which company you are with, and keep every receipt, the report and the invoice.
References
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. This page is for information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.
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