Sore Throat is on the list of NHS Pharmacy First minor ailments that can be treated in community pharmacies.
NHS Information for Patients
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sore-throat/
Sore throats are very common and usually nothing to worry about. They normally get better by themselves within a week. If you are concerned then have a word with your pharmacist or dial NHS 111 or contact your doctors surgery.
Sore throat symptoms
If you have a sore throat you might have:
- a painful throat, especially when swallowing
- a dry, scratchy throat
- redness in the back of your mouth
- bad breath
- a mild cough
- swollen neck glands
The symptoms are similar for children, but children can also get a high temperature and appear less active.
To help soothe a sore throat and shorten how long it lasts, you can:
- gargle with warm, salty water (children should not try this)
- drink plenty of water
- eat cool or soft foods
- avoid smoking or smoky places
- suck ice cubes, ice lollies or hard sweets – but do not give young children anything small and hard to suck because of the risk of choking
- rest
Follow above link to the NHS information site if you think you have a Sore Throat.
A pharmacist can help with a Sore Throat
You can also speak to a pharmacist if you think you or your child have a Sore Throat. They can provide the same treatment you would get from a GP, if you need it.
Pharmacy Treatment Protocols
