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Your sinusitis explained
Sinusitis happens when the small air spaces in your face become swollen and blocked. You may notice a blocked nose, thick nasal discharge, facial pain or pressure, and reduced sense of smell. Most people start to feel better within two to three weeks.
Your pharmacist can assess your symptoms, check for warning signs, and guide you on the right care. Many cases do not need antibiotics. Pain relief, nasal care, and rest often help most. You may be offered a medicine if it is right for you.
Practical steps matter. Use paracetamol or ibuprofen for pain. Try a salt water nasal rinse. A decongestant nasal spray can help for a few days. Hold a warm face compress for comfort. Drink fluids and rest well to support recovery.
Seek urgent help if you have swelling around the eyes, a very high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, confusion, or you feel very unwell. Come back if symptoms are getting worse or not improving after a few days. We will review your plan with you.
What to look for
When we can treat you
Our pharmacist can help when symptoms suggest uncomplicated sinusitis and there are no red flags. We will confirm your symptoms, medical history, and any current medicines, then agree a plan. Age and symptom criteria apply for this national community pharmacy service.
- Blocked nose, facial pain, or pressure
- Thick nasal discharge or post nasal drip
- Symptoms for a few days or up to a couple of weeks
- No severe swelling around the eyes
- No serious long term conditions that need specialist care
Self care that helps
Simple steps can ease pressure and shorten bad days. Use them alongside any treatment you are given. Avoid steam inhalation because of burn risk. Keep it steady and review if things change.
- Paracetamol or ibuprofen for pain
- Saline nasal rinse once or twice daily
- Decongestant nasal spray for up to seven days
- Warm face compress for comfort
- Rest, fluids, and gentle pacing
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Your local pharmacy team
South Ealing Pharmacy is a community pharmacy and trusted healthcare partner. For over a decade we have delivered personal, professional care from the same shop on South Ealing Road: prescription dispensing including electronic repeats, travel vaccinations, general immunisations, private health checks, and a collection and delivery service.
Whether you need everyday advice or a specific treatment, you can walk in and talk to a pharmacist, or book a clinic appointment online in about a minute.
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What our patients say
4.7/ 127+ Google reviews
Calm, professional team who listened and reassured me. The step by step plan made a big difference. I finally slept without that face pressure.
Booked in the morning and was seen at lunch. Sensible advice and a spray that actually worked. Much easier than waiting for a GP.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before you visit.
Still have questions?
Speak to our friendly pharmacy team, we are happy to help, no appointment needed.
Call 020 8560 3532Contact usIt is swelling of the small air spaces in your face. It often follows a cold and usually improves without antibiotics.
Yes, we can assess you, give tailored advice, and supply suitable treatment when criteria are met. You do not need a GP appointment.
Usually not. Most cases improve with self care and time, though medicine may be offered if your assessment suggests it would help.
Many people improve within two to three weeks. If your symptoms are not improving after a few days, come back for review.
Use pain relief, try a saline rinse, and consider a short course of a decongestant spray. Rest, fluids, and warm face compresses also help.
Get urgent help for eye swelling, severe headache, very high fever, neck stiffness, confusion, or if you feel very unwell.
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