Winter Illnesses
🌡️ Feeling Unwell? Common Symptoms of Everyday Infections 🤒
If you’re experiencing any of the symptoms below, you may have a common viral or bacterial infection.
Most will improve on their own with rest, fluids, and over-the-counter remedies.
👀 Eyes
- Red or sticky eyes
- Burning or gritty sensation
👂👃 Ears, Nose & Throat
- Sore throat or ear pain
- Blocked or runny nose
- Swollen tonsils
🫁 Chest
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Green or yellow mucus
🥴 Gut
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
❤️ If your symptoms are worsening—or you’re concerned about a child or vulnerable adult—please contact the surgery for advice. We’re here to help.
🩺 Feeling Rough With a Cough or Cold?
Common colds and similar viral illnesses typically last 1–2 weeks, and rest, fluids, and self-care are usually all you need.
Antibiotics won’t help, as colds are caused by viruses.
📈 We’ve seen a 20–25% increase in appointment requests since October, so please think Pharmacy First before contacting the GP surgery. Your local pharmacist can offer advice and treatment for many common illnesses.
💡 No need to contact us straight away.
If your symptoms last more than 10 days or get worse, then please get in touch.
For more information, visit the NHS page on the common cold:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/common-cold/
💙 Thanks for helping protect our community. Rest up and feel better soon!
🦠 How Long Could My Infection Last?
Not all infections clear up quickly—and many don’t require antibiotics to get better.
The guide below outlines the typical recovery times for common illnesses such as coughs, colds, sore throats, sinus infections, and more.
⏳ If your symptoms are getting worse or you’re not improving within the usual timeframes, please contact the surgery.
We’re here to make sure you receive the right care when you need it.
💧 Plenty of rest, fluids, and self-care can make a big difference to your recovery.
