Quick Relief for Cold Sores in Port Said

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Port Said

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as cold sores or related symptoms.

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Hospitals in Port Said

For serious, potentially life-threatening issues that require immediate, specialized treatment, like breathing difficulties, severe bleeding, or head injuries. Non-urgent visits use up resources needed for emergency patients. ERs are for serious, life-threatening issues. Going there for something like cold sores adds to doctors’ workload and may take time away from those in critical need.

Important: The information provided here about hospitals is for general reference only. We recommend verifying current details, such as contact information, services, and hours of operation, before visiting. Please reach out directly to the hospital or consult their official website for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Hospitals with Emergency Rooms in Port Said

Al-Salam Port Said Hospital
Address: Safeya Zaghloul Street, Al-Shark District, Port Said, Egypt
Access: Open 24/7. Walk-in and ambulance arrivals are received; patients are triaged immediately. Equipped with emergency beds, ICU, neonatal and adult care, and capable of handling trauma surgery and critical medical cases. Most of the governorate’s emergency referrals are handled here. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

El-Hayat Hospital, Port Fouad
Address: Port Fouad, Port Said, Egypt
Access: Public hospital with emergency department; handles walk-in and ambulance patients. Features emergency beds, ICU, pediatric section, and basic surgical services. It’s one of the accessible hospitals for residents of Port Fouad and eastern parts of Port Said. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Port Said University Hospital
Address: Port Said University Hospital, Port Said, Egypt
Access: Fully equipped university hospital with emergency department operational 24/7. Ambulances and walk-ins are accepted; triage on arrival. Offers advanced services including resuscitation, multiple operating rooms, ICU, specialized departments, and isolation facilities. Serves as a major referral centre in the governorate. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Walk-in clinics

Best for minor conditions needing same-day, in-person specialist attention—like X-rays for sprains or cuts that may need stitches, injections, advanced diagnostics, or other invasive procedures.

Pharmacies in Port Said, Egypt

In Port Said, pharmacies are called saydalia in Arabic (صيدلية) or simply “pharmacy.” They are easily recognizable by green cross symbols or signs displaying the word “pharmacy” in both English and Arabic. Pharmacies are commonly found along main streets, in residential districts, and near hospitals, with many offering extended or 24-hour service.

Antibiotic Policy in Port Said

In Port Said, antibiotics are legally restricted to prescription use, but many pharmacies still sell them over the counter in practice.

Emergency Number in Port Said, Egypt

In Port Said, the primary emergency numbers are 122 for police, 123 for ambulance/medical emergencies, and 180 for the fire brigade/civil defence. These numbers are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone.

When calling, stay calm, provide your exact location (street, building, or nearby landmark), and clearly describe the nature of the emergency so that the appropriate service can respond promptly.

Please remember: Emergency numbers are for life-threatening situations only. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical concerns, telehealth services like Doctorsa are better suited and can connect you with a licensed English-speaking doctor quickly and affordably.