See a Doctor for Stye in Kadikoy: Video Visit and Prescription, Day or Night
Looking for help with stye in Kadikoy? Speak to a doctor by video at any hour, receive an e-prescription if treatment is appropriate and collect your medicine locally in Istanbul.
Typical symptoms
- A small yellow spot as it comes to a head
- A tender red bump on the eyelid
- A gritty feeling
- Swelling of the lid
- Watering eye
Common triggers
Bacteria blocking an eyelid gland, frequently after touching the eyes with unwashed hands, or from old make-up or contact lenses.
What is stye?
A stye is a small, tender red bump on the edge of the eyelid that forms when an oil gland or eyelash follicle becomes infected.
What to know about stye in Kadikoy
Kadikoy’s market and food streets on the Asian side make food-related tummy troubles common. Late nights, alcohol and little sleep can make many conditions harder to shake, so rest, drink water and tell the doctor what you have been drinking and taking.
Getting stye treated in Kadikoy
The doctor looks at photos, confirms it is a stye, explains care at home and prescribes an antibiotic ointment if appropriate. Depending on your case, the physician may suggest warm compresses and, where needed, antibiotic ointment.
- Avoid eye make-up and contact lenses until it heals
- Wash hands before touching the eye
Your visit step by step
- Tell us on WhatsApp where in Kadikoy you are and what is bothering you.
- Speak to the on-demand doctor by video, who assesses your symptoms.
- The doctor sends any prescription straight to your WhatsApp or inbox.
Preventing stye
Wash hands before touching your eyes, remove make-up every night, replace old eye make-up and keep contact lenses clean.
In an emergency in Turkey call 112. A video visit cannot replace emergency care or prescribe controlled substances.
FAQ
Can I get stye treatment in Kadikoy?
Yes. Our on-call physician works around the clock, and a prescription, if needed, can be filled in Kadikoy the same day.
When should I see a doctor in person for stye?
Redness and swelling spreading to the cheek or around the eye, vision changes, fever, or a stye that does not improve in one to two weeks.
Can children be assessed for stye online?
Often yes for common problems, but babies and very young children may need to be examined in person. The doctor will tell you.
References
- NHS. Stye
Reviewed by Dr. Elif Yasbala, MD. General information only; it does not replace medical advice.