Minor Ailments and Contraception Assessment

Comprehensive Minor Ailments and Contraception Assessment Services

Discover a comprehensive guide to common health symptoms and ailments at Langford Pharmacy. Our service page provides expert advice on various health issues, including women’s health, skin conditions, and problems affecting the eyes, nose, mouth, and stomach. We specialize in minor ailments and contraception assessment, ensuring you receive the best care and management strategies for your health concerns.

Women’s Health

Premenstrual and Period Cramps (Dysmenorrhea)

• Pain and cramps in the lower abdominal area

• Pain in the lower back starting a few hours before the onset of a period

• Pain can last a few hours to days

Bladder / Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

• Frequent urination, pain while urinating and difficulty holding in urine

• Pain in the lower abdomen and a small amount of blood in the urine

• Absence of vaginal discharge

• Cloudy or foul-smelling urine

NOTE: Pharmacists may only assess and prescribe for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) and must follow clinical guidelines when providing minor ailment services. Some factors that may be considered complicated under the applicable guidelines and require referral to a physician or a nurse practitioner include pregnancy, immunocompromised patients, relapse of UTI within 4 weeks of previous episode, and individuals assigned male at birth.

Contraception Management (Hormonal Contraception)

• Consultation for Hormonal Contraception

• Need for birth control

The morning after Pill (Emergency Contraception)

• Morning after pill

• Unprotected sex in the last 120 hours

Vaginal Yeast Infection (Vaginal Candidiasis)

• Thick, white, odor-free vaginal discharge with a cottage cheese appearance

• Itching, burning and pain during urination and/or sexual intercourse

• Rash and redness of the vaginal area

Skin

Skin Rash (Atopic and Contact Dermatitis)

• Dry, red, and itchy skin

• Cracked and oozed blisters

• Darker or lighter patches of skin

• Scaly and patchy skin

Skin Infection (Impetigo)

• Bump that changes into a blister surrounded by a rash

• Yellow discharge that dries to form a “golden” or “honey-colored” crust

• It can affect the face, arms, or legs

Insect Bites and Itch

• Small bump or blister

• May feel pain, itching, redness, or swelling

• The feeling of a sharp burning pain which can sting

Shingles (Herpes Zoster)

• Rash on one side of the body

• Rash proceeded by tingling, irritation, numbness, or pain within five days of rash

• Discomfort, muscle pain, headaches

• Pain from shingles can be severe, disabling, and interfere with normal day-to-day activities, including sleep, working, and social interactions.

Acne

• Presence of whiteheads and blackheads

• Small red bumps and pimples with pus

• Less than 30 total bumps/pimples, and not all are inflamed (red in appearance)

Athletes Foot (Tinea Pedis)

• Itchy, red, and swollen blisters between the toes

• Skin may be scaly or peeling; mostly found between the smaller toe

• Burning sensation along with pain, cracking and/or bleeding

• Toenails can be affected

• Presence of odor and moist appearance on the soles of both feet

• Soles can be red and itchy

Jock-itch (Tinea Cruris)

• Reddened areas extending down the inner leg towards the buttocks or up towards the stomach/abdomen

• Large, round, red patches on the upper inner thigh or groin area

• Burning and itching around the inner thigh area

• Skin can be moist, itchy and can feel hot

Ringworms (Tinea Corporis)

• Presence of ringworms on smooth, hairless areas on the neck, body, or arms / legs.
• Small ring-shaped spots on the body that grow larger with infection.
  
• Dark, scaly, and bumpy skin on the outside of the ring
• Itchy and red borders around the skin.
  

  Nail Fungus (Onychomycosis)

• Thickened, brittle nails which may crumble
• Yellow/brown discoloration of nails
  
• Appearance of yellow/white or orange/brown streaks on the nails.
  
• Pain or discomfort around the nail area
  

  Diaper Rash (Diaper Dermatitis)

• Rashes and redness around the diaper area of babies and toddlers for more than 3 days.
• Pain and crying while urinating, diaper changes and during defecating.
  
• Can affect the sleep pattern
  

  Scalp Rash (Seborrheic Dermatitis)

• Skin flakes on scalp, hair, eyebrows, beard or mustache, and shoulders
• Greasy, itchy, scaly, or crusty scalp
  
• Appearance of yellow/brown patches on eyebrows, lips, eyelashes, or even other parts of the body
  

  Eyes

  Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)

• Eye redness and difficulty opening eyes in the morning
  
• Appearance of sticky or watery fluids from the eye
  
• Mild scratching, itching, or burning sensation
  
• Bright lights hurt your eyes
  

  Allergies – Stuffy nose (Allergic Rhinitis)

• Sneezing
  
• Stuffy nose or runny nose
  
• Itchy nose, eye, or throat
  
• Typically, more than seven days of continuous symptoms
  

  Nose

  Allergies – Stuffy nose (Allergic Rhinitis)

• Sneezing
  
• Stuffy nose or runny nose
  
• Itchy nose, eye, or throat
  
• Typically, more than 7 days of continuous symptoms
  

  Mouth

  Oral Fungal Infection (Oral Thrush)

• White or creamy-white spots/patches on the lips, inside of the mouth, tongue, and/or the roof of the mouth
  
• Cottage cheese-like appearance
  
• Patches can be scraped off
  
• Dry mouth and/or loss of taste
  

  Cold Sores (Oral Herpes Labialis)

• Rash or bump around the border of the lip
  
• The presence of clear, sticky fluid around the rash
  
• Itching, tingling, or burning before the appearance of the rash
  
• Redness or inflamed skin around the rash
  

  Canker sores (Oral Aphthous Ulcer)

• Painful and shallow White- or cream-coloured ulcers with a raised red border that are round or oval
  
• Presence of ulcers inside cheeks, lips, sides of tongue, roof, and floor of the mouth
  
• Less than 1cm in diameter
  

  Stomach

  Heartburn / Acid Reflux (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)

• Burping/stomach acid rises from the stomach into the mouth
  
• Burning feeling in the stomach or lower chest rising to the neck
  
• Trouble getting a good night’s sleep because of heartburn
  
• Pain in the middle of the upper stomach area
  
• Nausea
  

  Hemorrhoids

• Itching, burning, or swelling (with or without pain) around the anal / rectum area
  
• Bright red blood during/after bowel movement
  
• Constipation and difficulty in having a bowel movement
  
• Presence of a lump in the anal / rectum area
  

  Indigestion (Dyspepsia)

• Pain or burning in the upper stomach area
  
• Bloated or feeling of fullness after eating meals
  
• Nausea or vomiting
  

  Pinworms

• Detection of worms in stool or near anus
  
• Anal itching, especially at night
  
• Restless sleep
  
• There may be itching in your vaginal area if adult worms move there
  
• Feeling irritable and having trouble concentrating
  
• Abdominal pain that comes and goes
  

  Other

  Muscle aches and pains (Musculoskeletal sprains and strains)

• Pain, swelling, or tenderness (light to medium)
  
• Redness or bruising
  
• Limited motion and muscle weakness
  
• Injury is associated with overworking or muscle/joint injured
  

  Headache

• Pain, tightness, and pressure on both sides of the head and across the forehead
  
• Pressure in the shoulders and back of the neck
  
• Pain can be severe and throbbing, aggravated by physical activity
  
• It can be accompanied by nausea and vomiting, light sensitivity, and a visual sensation (aura) just before or at the beginning of the headache.
  

  Other Health Concerns

  Our minor ailments assessment also covers muscle aches, pains, headaches, and more, offering pain management and relief strategies.

  Langford Pharmacy is committed to providing comprehensive minor ailments and contraception assessment, ensuring access to the information and care you need for various health issues.

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