NHS Pharmacy First - Ear Infection in Nottingham
A private chat to understand your ear symptoms and agree the right next steps for you.
- Get help sooner for ear pain and discomfort
- Understand what may be causing your symptoms
- Clear guidance on self-care and what to watch for
- Support to decide whether you need further medical assessment
- Service type
- NHS service - Pharmacy First
- Cost
- NHS service
- Appointment length
- 15 minutes
- Delivered by
- Our pharmacy clinical team
People with ear symptoms who want timely advice, plus clear guidance on what to do next.
Confidential, comfortable setting
Speak openly about your symptoms in a calm, private space, with time to ask questions.
Personalised symptom review
Your symptoms and circumstances are discussed to help you understand what you can do next.
Clear plan after your visit
Leave knowing what self-care to try, what to expect, and when to seek further help.
What this service involves
You will talk through your symptoms, how long they have been present, and how they are affecting you. You may be asked about relevant health conditions, medicines, and allergies to help guide safe advice. You will leave with a clear plan, which may include self-care guidance and, if appropriate, treatment or referral.
Focused appointment
A quick, structured conversation that stays centred on your ear symptoms and what matters to you.
Support for parents and carers
If you are attending for a child, you can discuss symptoms, comfort measures, and practical next steps.
What we provide
These are the key things you can expect during and after your appointment.
Symptom and medicine checks
A review of your symptoms and any medicines you take to help guide safe, suitable options.
Self-care guidance
Simple steps to help you feel more comfortable, including what to try at home and what to avoid.
Treatment when suitable
Where appropriate, treatment may be provided to help manage your symptoms safely.
Referral if needed
If your symptoms suggest you need further assessment, you will be directed to the most appropriate service.
Who this service is for
Suitable for many adults and children with recent ear symptoms who are unsure what help they need.
Adults with new ear symptoms
If ear pain, fullness, or reduced hearing has started recently and you want advice on next steps.
Parents and carers
If a child has ear discomfort and you want practical guidance and reassurance.
People who want clear next steps
If you are unsure whether to self-care, use treatment, or seek further assessment.
What to bring and prepare
What should I bring with me?
Bring a list of your medicines if you can, and be ready to share allergies, previous reactions to medicines, and a brief timeline of your symptoms.
Suitability and further help
What should I bring with me?
Bring a list of your medicines if you can, and be ready to share allergies, previous reactions to medicines, and a brief timeline of your symptoms.