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What we treat

Medicspot allows you to book same day private GP appointments at your local pharmacy. We use video conferencing and examination equipment which allows our doctors to treat 96% of health conditions, from aches and pains to mental health.

Making you healthier, faster

We believe convenient access to healthcare leads to a healthier, happier nation. That’s why we’ve designed the Medicspot Clinical Station - the safest way to see an online doctor.

Appointments

Book private doctor appointments at your local pharmacy clinic.

Examinations

Full remote clinical examinations with our state-of-the-art medical technology.

Prescriptions

Any prescribed medication will be ready to collect on your way out.

Referrals

We can refer you to specialists and write referral letters.

Sick notes

Our doctors can write fit for work or school notes as needed.

Blood tests

We can organise private blood tests for you.

Treatment Guides

UTI symptoms, antibiotics and treatment

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, can affect your kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Women are more likely to develop a UTI than men. You will often need a treatment of antibiotics to treat the infection.

Dr Adam AbbsDr Adam Abbs

Tonsillitis symptoms and treatment

Tonsillitis symptoms often include a sore throat, swollen tonsils and fever. Viral tonsillitis is more common and doesn’t require antibiotic treatment.

Dr Maheinthan YogeswaranDr Maheinthan Yogeswaran

Tinnitus causes and treatment

Tinnitus can be caused by hearing loss, infection, earwax build-up and aging. If the cause is unknown, treatment may include a type of talking therapy.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Syphilis symptoms and treatment

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection. If left untreated, syphilis can cause serious cardiovascular and neurological problems. It’s important to spot symptoms and get tested as early as possible.

Dr Maheinthan YogeswaranDr Maheinthan Yogeswaran

Which STI test is best?

Where should you go to get tested for an STI? From visiting your nearest sexual health clinic to booking a private home nurse appointment, find out what type of STI test is best for you.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Sinusitis symptoms and treatment

Common sinusitis symptoms include a headache, blocked nose and face pain. Usually, sinusitis is a self-limiting condition that doesn’t need antibiotics.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Sick notes explained

Employers may ask for a doctor’s sick note if you’ve taken time off sick for more than 7 days in a row. Get a fit note from a Medicspot doctor today.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

Migraine symptoms, causes and treatment

A migraine is a common neurological disorder that can cause moderate to severe headaches or throbbing pain on one or both sides of the head. Migraine can be triggered by emotional and physical triggers.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Lyme disease symptoms and treatment

Lyme disease is transmitted through an infected tick. See a doctor for treatment if you experience symptoms of Lyme disease, such as an expanding oval rash.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

Laryngitis symptoms and treatment

Laryngitis symptoms include a hoarse voice, persistent cough and sore throat. It’s only contagious if caused by a viral, bacterial or fungal infection.

Dr Faiza KhalidDr Faiza Khalid

Herpes simplex symptoms and treatment

Herpes is a varied condition that affects many people. Understanding the types of herpes virus and steps you should take when infected will help you to live a normal and healthy life if you do have herpes infection.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

Health checks explained

Have you had your full body health check recently? You may be due for a health assessment. Medicspot offers a full health check to test for serious conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

GP referrals explained

Get a GP referral to a hospital, specialist, or other health professional from a Medicspot doctor.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

The flu (influenza)

Flu symptoms include a runny nose, sore throat, and fever. Most symptoms last for 7 days, but some may last up to 8 weeks. The flu jab can help protect against the virus in some groups of people.

Dr Adam AbbsDr Adam Abbs

Fatigue symptoms, remedies and treatment

Fatigue is a common condition with feelings of extreme tiredness or a lack of energy. Fatigue can be caused by medical conditions, mental health conditions or lifestyle factors.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Emergency prescriptions explained

Have you run out of your usual prescription? Do you need emergency medication? If you can’t see your regular GP, you should be able to pick up emergency medication from your local pharmacy.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Eczema causes and treatment

Eczema is the collective term for a group of skin conditions that cause the skin to become red, itchy, swollen, scaly and cracked. Eczema can be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors and can affect all ages from babies to older adults.

Dr Saira GoheerDr Saira Goheer

Ear infections symptoms and treatment

Ear infection symptoms vary depending on the part of the that’s infected (inner, middle or outer). They’re common in children but also affect adults.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Coronaviruses (CoV) are a group of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases. COVID-19 (coronavirus) is a novel coronavirus which hasn’t been previously identified in humans.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

The contraceptive pill

Contraceptive pills are medicines containing hormones that you take by mouth to prevent pregnancy. Both the combined pill and the minipill are convenient and highly effective when used correctly.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Chest infection symptoms and treatment

Chest infection symptoms can include a persistent cough, fever and fatigue. Pneumonia is often caused by bacteria and may require antibiotic treatment.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

Birth control (pills, patches, implants and more)

Birth control, or contraception, is any method used to prevent pregnancy. Contraception options include birth control pills, the contraceptive implant, injection, patch and coil.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Asthma symptoms and treatment

Asthma symptoms include a tight chest, breathlessness, wheezing and coughing. Avoid triggers and use inhalers correctly to help prevent asthma attacks.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

Anxiety disorders, symptoms and treatments

Anxiety is a sense of panic, worry or fear and is a normal response to an unusual or stressful event. Common anxiety disorders include GAD, social anxiety, OCD and PTSD. Your GP can prescribe medication or refer you to a specialist for talking therapies.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Antibiotic resistance explained

Antibiotics are prescribed to treat some types of bacterial infection. Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria change in response to the use of these medicines.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

Acne causes and treatment

Acne is a common skin condition affecting babies, teenagers and adults. The 6 main types of spots are whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, cysts and nodules. Acne treatment may include home remedies, topical creams, and oral medications.

Dr Faiza KhalidDr Faiza Khalid

What we can’t treat

Medicspot is not suitable for children under 5 years of age. The following conditions cannot be treated by Medicspot.

  • Severe chest pain or suspected heart attack
  • Neurological defects or seizures
  • Sudden or heavy bleeding
  • Severe sudden onset of pain
  • Severe mental health issues (such as psychosis or suicidal thoughts)
  • Pregnancy-related complications
  • Major trauma on any part of the body, possible fractures
  • Fever for more than 3 days associated with confusion or disorientation
  • Suspected stroke (slurred speech, facial droop, arm weakness)
  • Head or neck injuries
  • Sudden onset of difficulty in breathing
  • Persistent breathlessness including asthma attacks
  • Patients on chemotherapy with suspected neutropenia
  • All controlled drug prescriptions, benzodiazepines, opiate pain-killers (such as codeine) and alcohol detoxification

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