Appointments
When should I see a doctor about a blister? What is a blister? Blisters are small pockets of fluid that usually form in the upper layers of skin after it’s been damaged. Blisters can develop anywhere ...
When should I see a doctor about a mouth ulcer? Most people do not need treatment initially. Mouth ulcers are very common and usually clear up on their own within two weeks. They are rarely a sign of ...
When should I see a doctor about a sprained ankle? You don’t need to, for most sprained ankles. What is a sprained ankle? A sprained ankle is an injury that occurs when you roll, twist or turn your an...
When should I see a doctor about a crick neck? In this article we will describe when you should see a doctor about a crick neck. What is a crick neck? Crick in the neck is an imprecise term that descr...
When should I see a doctor about a cold sore? Cold sores are common and usually clear up on their own within 10 days. But there are things you can do to help ease the pain. You do no normally need to ...
When should I see a doctor about a wart or verruca? What is a wart or verruca? Warts and verrucas are small, rough lumps or growths on your skin caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). Many people ...
When should I see a doctor about an earache? Earache and ear pain affect both children and adults. It is common, especially in young children. About three-quarters of ear infections happen in children...
When should I see a doctor about haemorrhoids (piles)? What are piles? Piles (haemorrhoids) are lumps inside and around your bottom (anus). They are swollen blood vessels (veins). It’s not clear what ...
When should I see a doctor about a cut? Simple cuts do not need medical help. You can deal with them at home, and do not need stitches. This is what to do about a cut: Wash and dry your hands Clean th...
When should I see a doctor about a stye? What is a stye? A stye is a small abscess (painful collection of pus) on the eyelid and is an infection at the root of an eyelash. It appears as a small painfu...
