Symptom-focused guidance
Talk through your symptoms and how they are affecting you, with practical tips tailored to your routine.
Pharmacy First
NHS Sinustis (nasal infection) in Dudley
A confidential chat to help you manage sinus symptoms and understand your next steps.
Respiratory15 minsFree
Safe, sensible next steps
Understand what you can try now and what signs suggest you may need a different type of support.
Support that fits your day
Leave with a clear plan you can start straight away, plus advice on how to review progress over time.
How it works
What happens at your appointment
You will be asked about your symptoms, how long they have lasted, and any relevant health information. You will receive practical advice to help relieve congestion and facial pressure and to support recovery. If needed, you will be advised on the most appropriate next step for your situation.
Choose a time- 1
Simple questions, clear plan
A structured chat that helps you make sense of your symptoms and what to do next.
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Private, respectful discussion
Your conversation is handled discreetly so you can speak openly about how you are feeling.
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Symptom-focused guidance
Talk through your symptoms and how they are affecting you, with practical tips tailored to your routine.
Who it's for
A good fit if this sounds like you
Adults with sinus pressure or congestion
If blocked nose, facial pain, or a reduced sense of smell is affecting your comfort or sleep.
Symptoms not settling as expected
If symptoms have lingered or keep coming back and you want help deciding what to do next.
People wanting safer self-care
If you have other health conditions, take regular medicines, or want to avoid options that may not suit you.
Included
What you leave with
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Symptom and history review
A focused discussion about congestion, facial pressure, discharge, temperature, and how symptoms are changing.
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Self-care advice you can use
Guidance on hydration, rest, steam inhalation safety, saline rinses, and comfort measures that suit your circumstances.
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Practical relief options
Advice on suitable non-prescription options where appropriate, based on your symptoms and current medicines.
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Timeframes and what to expect
Help understanding typical symptom duration and how to judge whether you are improving.
Questions
Common questions
You can discuss blocked or runny nose, facial pressure or pain, reduced sense of smell, thick mucus, cough related to post-nasal drip, and how long symptoms have been present.
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Pick a time online, or call the pharmacy if you'd rather talk it through first.