Sore Throat Treatment
A sore throat can make even simple things, like eating, drinking, or talking, feel uncomfortable. While most sore throats clear within a week, the pain and irritation can disrupt your daily routine.
At Periville Pharmacy, we understand how frustrating this can be. That’s why, through the Pharmacy First scheme, our trained pharmacists provide safe sore throat treatment and tailored advice, helping you recover without the wait for a GP appointment.
What Is a Sore Throat and Its Symptoms?
A sore throat occurs when the throat becomes inflamed, causing pain, scratchiness, or irritation.
Typical sore throat symptoms include:
- Pain or discomfort when swallowing.
- A dry, scratchy, or rough throat.
- Redness at the back of the mouth.
- Mild cough or hoarseness.
- Bad breath.
- Swollen neck glands.
Common Sore Throat Causes
- Smoking or exposure to smoke.
- Bacterial infections such as strep throat.
- Tonsillitis or laryngitis.
- Glandular fever.
What to Expect
at Your Appointment
- Private consultation with a pharmacist
- Assessment of your symptoms
- Clear recovery plan and guidance
How to Relieve a Sore Throat at Home
You can often reduce pain and irritation with simple remedies:
- Gargle with warm salty water (not suitable for children).
- Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Rest your voice and eat soft foods.
- Use ice cubes, lollies, or lozenges to soothe the throat (avoid small items in young children).
Sore Throat Treatment at Periville Pharmacy
Through Pharmacy First, our pharmacists can support you with:
- Pain relief (paracetamol or ibuprofen).
- Medicated lozenges with antiseptic or anti-inflammatory effects.
- Throat sprays for temporary comfort.
- Advice on whether further care, such as antibiotics, may be required for bacterial infections.
Why Choose Periville Pharmacy?
- Access to sore throat treatment without GP delays.
- Personalised advice tailored to your symptoms.
- Safe, effective, and pharmacist-recommended remedies.
- Two convenient branches.
- Serving patients across Grimsby, Laceby, Keelby, Great Coates, and Healing.
Contact Us Today for Sore Throat Treatment in Grimsby!
Don’t let a sore throat disrupt your day. If you need fast, effective sore throat treatment in Grimsby, contact us today. You can also visit us at your nearest branch, where our expert pharmacists are ready to provide safe remedies, tailored advice, and the support you need to recover quickly.
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