Strep throat Treatment in Turkler: Online Doctor, E-Prescription and Hotel Visits, 24/7
Strep throat while travelling in Turkler? Message us, describe how you feel and the on-call doctor will guide you, day or night, without a trip to a clinic.
Local tips for strep throat in Turkler
Most guests in Turkler 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 Okurcalar, Konakli, Oba. On beach holidays, heat, sun and swimming can aggravate many conditions, so rest, drink water and tell the physician what you have been doing.
How strep throat feels
- Pain when swallowing
- Swollen glands in the neck, generally without a cough
- Red, swollen tonsils, sometimes with white patches
- Sudden, intense sore throat
What can cause strep throat
Group A streptococcus is passed on by droplets and close contact, and is most commonly seen 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.
How to lower your risk of strep throat
Wash hands, avoid sharing cutlery and drinks, and stay home until you have been treated for at least 24 hours.
Getting strep throat treated in Turkler
The doctor can judge how likely strep throat is from your symptoms, arrange a throat swab if needed and prescribe antibiotics where appropriate. Typical choices are penicillin-type antibiotics, or an alternative if you are allergic, and pain relief.
- Simple painkillers as directed on the pack
- Stay away from others until you have been treated for 24 hours
- Warm drinks, honey and lozenges
How treatment works in Turkler
- Tell us on WhatsApp where in Turkler you are and what is bothering you.
- 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.
Life-threatening symptoms need an ambulance: dial 112 in Turkey. Online doctors cannot prescribe controlled substances.
FAQ
Can I get strep throat treatment in Turkler?
Treatment for strep throat is available here whenever you need it, by video, with medicine from a local pharmacy.
When should I see a doctor in person for strep throat?
Seek urgent care for difficulty breathing or swallowing, drooling, a muffled voice, a stiff neck, a rash or a very high fever.
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.
References
- NHS. Strep A
- NHS. Sore throat
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. The content here is general and cannot replace individual medical advice.