See a Doctor for Strep throat in Adakoy: Video Visit and Prescription, Day or Night
Unwell with strep throat in Adakoy? Our 24/7 on-call doctor assesses you online, explains your options and sends your e-prescription to a pharmacy in Mugla.
Quick facts
| Area | Adakoy, Mugla |
|---|---|
| Includes | E-prescription if appropriate |
| How | Video visit, hotel visit in selected areas |
| Availability | Day and night |
| Doctors | English-, German- and Turkish-speaking physician |
Common triggers
Group A streptococcus bacteria, spread by droplets and close contact. It is most common in children and teenagers.
What is strep throat?
Strep throat is a throat infection caused by group A streptococcus bacteria. It brings a very sore throat, fever and swollen tonsils.
Symptoms of strep throat
- Fever
- Pain when swallowing
- Sudden, intense sore throat
- Red, swollen tonsils, sometimes with white patches
What to know about strep throat in Adakoy
Most guests in Adakoy are there for the sea, and the sun, the chlorine and the buffet queues cause most of the minor illnesses. Other places within reach include Turkbuku, Gundogan, Gumusluk. On beach holidays, heat, sun and swimming can aggravate many conditions, so rest, drink water and tell the physician what you have been doing.
Travel guide to Adakoy
Trip for travellers: Adakoy is built for beach days. Plan swimming, pool time and local restaurants, and book boat trips or day excursions through your hotel or a local agency. Shops tend to sell beachwear, souvenirs and leather goods.
Prevention tips
Wash hands, avoid sharing cutlery and drinks, and stay home until you have been treated for at least 24 hours.
Care and treatment for strep throat
From your symptoms the doctor estimates how likely strep throat is, arranges a throat swab if required and prescribes antibiotics when appropriate. Depending on your case, the doctor may suggest penicillin-type antibiotics, or an alternative if you are allergic, and pain relief.
- Rest and drink plenty of fluids
- Simple painkillers as directed on the pack
- Stay away from others until you have been treated for 24 hours
How it works: strep throat care in Adakoy
- Send a request or message us on WhatsApp and tell us where you are staying in Adakoy.
- A video consultation follows, where the physician reviews how you are.
- Receive an e-prescription by WhatsApp or email if treatment is appropriate.
- Take your phone to the nearest eczane and collect what was prescribed.
If you think it is an emergency, call 112 straight away. Video consultations are not meant for urgent life-threatening problems.
Common questions about strep throat in Adakoy
Can I get strep throat treatment in Adakoy?
Yes. Our on-call physician works around the clock, and a prescription, if needed, can be filled in Adakoy the same day.
When should I see a doctor in person for strep throat?
Difficulty breathing or swallowing, drooling, a muffled voice, a stiff neck, a rash, or very high fever.
Will I receive a prescription for strep throat?
If treatment is appropriate, yes. The doctor sends an e-prescription by WhatsApp or email that you show at any pharmacy in Adakoy. Controlled substances cannot be prescribed online.
Can children be assessed for strep throat online?
Many children can be assessed by video. Infants and anyone who looks very unwell should be examined face to face.
Is strep throat common among visitors to Adakoy?
Sun, pools and buffet meals make holiday illnesses common in Adakoy, and strep throat is among the problems doctors are asked about.
Also asked about in Adakoy
References
- NHS. Strep A
- NHS. Sore throat
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. This page is for information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.