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Below you will find a variety of minor illnesses which are treatable through self care within the comfort of your own home. Find the issue that you feel you are experiencing and press the button. This will take you onto a condition specific page informing you on the dos and don’ts of your problem, and how to manage it effectively.

 

  • Acne

  • Athlete's Foot

  • Back Pain

  • Cold Sores

  • Colds and Nasal Congestion

  • Conjunctivitis

  • Constipation

  • Coughs

  • Cradle Cap

  • Cystitis (Mild)

  • Dandruff

  • Diarrhoea (Adults only)

  • Dry eyes

  • Dry skin

  • Earwax

  • Excessive Sweating

  • Fungal Nail Infections

  • Haemorrhoids

  • Hayfever

  • Headaches and Migraines

  • Headlice

  • Heartburn and Indegestion

  • Infant Colic

  • Insect bites and stings

  • Looking after your teeth and tooth decay

  • Medicine cabinet information

  • Minor burns and scalds

  • Mouth ulcers

  • Nappy rash

  • Norovirus

  • Oral thrush

  • Sore throat

  • Sprains and strains

  • Sun protection and sunburn

  • Teething

  • Temperature and fever in children

  • Threadworms

  • Toothache and dental pain

  • Travel sickness (motion sickness)

  • Vitamins and minerals

  • Warts and verrucas

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact:
 

NHS 111

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