Advice for common conditions

17 conditions

• Acne Spots, blackheads and oily skin, most common in teenagers but can happen at any age.

  Come and see us For creams and washes that unblock pores and calm redness.

  See a GP or call 111 If it is severe, scarring or affecting your mood.

• Athlete’s foot An itchy, flaky rash between the toes caused by a fungal infection.

  Come and see us For antifungal creams, sprays or powders.

  See a GP or call 111 If it spreads, you have diabetes, or it has not cleared after two weeks.

• Back pain Most back pain gets better on its own within a few weeks.

  Come and see us For pain relief and advice on staying active.

  See a GP or call 111 If the pain is severe, follows a fall, or comes with numbness or weakness.

• Cold sores Small blisters around the lips caused by a common virus.

  Come and see us For antiviral creams and patches that help them heal faster.

  See a GP or call 111 If you get them often or they spread to your eyes.

• Colds and flu Blocked nose, sore throat and tiredness that usually clear within a week or two.

  Come and see us For decongestants, pain relief and advice on rest.

  See a GP or call 111 If symptoms last more than three weeks or you have a long-term condition.

• Constipation Going to the toilet less often than usual, or finding it hard to go.

  Come and see us For laxatives and advice on diet and fluids.

  See a GP or call 111 If it lasts more than two weeks or you notice blood.

• Coughs Most coughs are caused by a virus and clear up within three weeks.

  Come and see us For cough remedies and soothing honey and lemon products.

  See a GP or call 111 If you cough up blood, feel short of breath or it lasts over three weeks.

• Dry eyes Gritty, sore or watery eyes, often worse with screens or central heating.

  Come and see us For eye drops and gels that keep eyes moist.

  See a GP or call 111 If your eyes are very red, painful or your vision changes.

• Earache Common in children and often caused by an infection that clears on its own.

  Come and see us For pain relief and advice on when to wait.

  See a GP or call 111 If there is discharge, swelling behind the ear or a high temperature.

• Hay fever Sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose during pollen season.

  Come and see us For antihistamines, nasal sprays and eye drops.

  See a GP or call 111 If nothing from the pharmacy helps.

• Headaches Usually caused by stress, dehydration or tiredness, and not serious.

  Come and see us For pain relief and help working out triggers.

  See a GP or call 111 If headaches are frequent, very severe or come with other symptoms.

• Heartburn A burning feeling in the chest after eating, caused by stomach acid.

  Come and see us For antacids and tablets that reduce acid.

  See a GP or call 111 If it happens most days or you have trouble swallowing.

• Insect bites Red, itchy lumps from bites and stings that usually settle in a few days.

  Come and see us For antihistamines and creams to ease itching and swelling.

  See a GP or call 111 If the area becomes hot, very swollen or you feel unwell.

• Mouth ulcers Small painful sores inside the mouth that heal within two weeks.

  Come and see us For gels and mouthwashes that numb and protect.

  See a GP or call 111 If an ulcer lasts longer than three weeks.

• Sore throat Usually caused by a virus and gets better within a week.

  Come and see us For lozenges, sprays and pain relief.

  See a GP or call 111 If it lasts over a week, is very painful or you struggle to swallow.

• Thrush A common yeast infection that causes itching and discomfort.

  Come and see us For antifungal creams and tablets, discreetly.

  See a GP or call 111 If it keeps coming back or treatment does not work.

• Warts and verrucas Small rough growths on the skin, usually on hands and feet.

  Come and see us For freezing sprays, gels and plasters.

  See a GP or call 111 If they bleed, change shape or are on your face.

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