Earache (1-17 years) - Pharmacy first
A confidential in-person check for children and young people with earache, with advice on what to do next.
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A same-day assessment for ongoing sinus symptoms, with clear advice on the next steps for you.
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Discuss your symptoms and how long they have been present, so you can decide what to do next without delay.
Get tailored guidance on hydration, steam, pain relief, and decongestant use, with realistic expectations for improvement.
Understand which changes in symptoms mean you should seek further medical help, and how to reduce the chance of recurrence.
You will be asked about your symptoms, how long they have lasted, and any medicines or health conditions that may affect your options. You will receive personalised self-care advice and, where appropriate, treatment to help relieve symptoms. You will leave knowing what to do next, what improvement to look for, and when to seek further help.
The assessment and advice are tailored for people aged 12 and over.
You can talk through symptoms comfortably and ask questions without feeling rushed.
Pick a time that works for you. It takes under two minutes.
We ask about facial pain, congestion, discharge, fever, and how long symptoms have lasted, plus your medical history and medicines.
Practical tips on fluids, rest, saline rinses, steam, and simple pain relief to help you feel more comfortable.
We check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding where relevant, and any conditions that affect which treatments are safe for you.
If suitable, you may be offered treatment options that match your symptoms and individual circumstances.
Clear guidance on what to expect over the next few days and what to do if symptoms do not improve.
If you are 12 or over and sinus symptoms are lingering or worsening, this service can help you plan next steps.
For blocked nose, facial pressure, post-nasal drip, or thick mucus that is not settling as expected.
Useful if symptoms have lasted longer than you expected and you want clear guidance on what to do next.
Helpful if you have other conditions or take regular medicines and want to avoid choosing unsuitable remedies.
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Book a service online, order your repeat prescriptions, or pop into the pharmacy on Leagrave Road. We are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm.