NHS Skin Condition
If you're experiencing a common skin condition, our trained pharmacists may be able to help. We can assess a range of eligible skin conditions, provide expert advice and, where appropriate, offer NHS treatment without the need for a GP appointment.
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Assessment, Advice and Treatment
Our NHS Skin Condition Service provides convenient access to assessment and treatment for a range of common skin conditions, including eczema, impetigo and infected fingers. During your consultation, our pharmacist will discuss your symptoms, assess your condition and recommend the most appropriate course of action.
Where appropriate, treatment can be provided during the same visit, helping you get the care you need without waiting for a GP appointment. If your symptoms require further investigation or specialist care, we'll explain the next steps and, if necessary, refer you to another healthcare professional.
Skin Conditions
Get expert help for a range of common skin conditions. Select a service below to book your consultation.
Hives (Urticaria)
If you're experiencing an itchy, raised rash caused by hives (urticaria), our pharmacy team can assess your symptoms, provide expert advice and recommend or supply appropriate treatment where suitable.
Assessment and treatment to help relieve the symptoms of hives (urticaria).
Impetigo
Impetigo is a skin infection that's very contagious but not usually serious. It often gets better in 7 to 10 days if you get treatment. Anyone can get it, but it's very common in young children. Why not use our pharmacy first service within our pharmacy to quickly help with Impetigo.
Rapid Impetigo relief with our pharmacy service.
Nail Infection (Paronychia)
Paronychia is a common infection affecting the skin around the nail, often caused by bacteria entering through a small cut, hangnail, or broken skin. If your nail area is red, swollen, warm, or tender, our pharmacist can assess the infection and provide NHS‑funded treatment where appropriate. We’ll also advise you on how to care for the area at home and help prevent future infections. If the symptoms suggest a more serious problem, we’ll ensure you’re referred to the right healthcare service.
NHS treatment for painful,red, or swollen skin around the nail caused by a minor bacterial infection
Skin Infections
Various pathogens can cause skin infections, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. The symptoms, treatment, and outlook will depend on the cause. Infections can vary from mild to serious. Most skin infections are highly treatable.
We treat all types of skin infections quickly and effectively.
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