NHS · 15 min
NHS Pharmacy First - Impetigo (Age 1+)
A confidential same-day assessment for you or your child, with treatment where appropriate and clear self-care advice.
- Get quick help for a contagious skin infection without waiting days for an appointment
- Understand what to do at home to reduce spread and support healing
- Find out whether treatment is suitable for you today
- Leave with clear next steps and reassurance about what to watch for
Category
NHS service
Appointment
15 minutes
Service type
NHS
What this appointment involves
You will discuss symptoms, how they started, and any relevant health history, including medicines and allergies. A clinician will look at the affected skin and confirm whether this service is suitable. You will leave with tailored self-care advice and, where appropriate, treatment and safety-net information.
Family-friendly, age 1+
Suitable for children aged 1 year and over, as well as adults, with questions welcomed throughout.
Simple questions and checks
A few focused questions help ensure advice and treatment are appropriate for you or your child.
What we provide
These are the key things you can expect to receive during your visit.
Symptom and history review
A focused conversation about the rash, contacts, recent illness, and any medicines, allergies, or previous reactions.
Suitability confirmation
A decision on whether this pathway is appropriate today, based on the appearance and your circumstances.
Self-care and hygiene advice
Steps to reduce spread, avoid skin irritation, and support recovery, including guidance for school or nursery attendance.
Treatment supplied when appropriate
If eligible, treatment can be provided in line with the service pathway, with clear instructions on how to use it.
Safety-net and follow-up plan
What to expect over the next few days and what changes mean you should seek further help.
Who this service is for
Best for people with typical symptoms who want quick advice, treatment if suitable, and help preventing spread.
Parents and carers of young children
Helpful if you are concerned about a spreading rash, crusty sores, or outbreaks in nursery or school settings.
Households where infection may spread
Useful if family members are in close contact and you want practical steps to reduce transmission at home.
People needing timely reassurance
Ideal if symptoms are worrying or inconvenient and you want clear next steps without delay.
Book or enquire
Ready when you are.
Book online in under a minute and you'll usually be seen the same week. Prefer to talk? The phone is answered by our attentive team who are always happy to help.
1 School Rd
Barrs Court, Bristol - BS30 8EN
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