Ear pain can be sharp, dull, or throbbing, and it often feels worse at night. At Massinghams Chemist, we provide professional earache treatment in Bethnal Green to help you find relief quickly. Since 1894, our pharmacy has been a trusted health hub in East London, and today we are proud to offer advanced clinical assessments for ear infections without the need for a GP appointment.
Through the NHS Pharmacy First scheme, our pharmacists can now assess and treat acute otitis media (inner ear infection) for children aged 1 to 17 years.
An earache can affect one or both ears and may come with a variety of symptoms. Identifying the right earache symptoms & relief in London E2 is the first step toward recovery.
Common symptoms of an ear infection include:
In acute otitis media, symptoms develop quickly and usually resolve within a few days. The symptoms include:
It can be difficult for very young children to communicate their symptoms or source of discomfort. The signs and symptoms in young children who can’t communicate their symptoms verbally may include:
If your symptoms persist or you have severe symptoms then seek medical help. Through the NHS Pharmacy First Service, we can offer advice and treatment for acute otitis media to eligible patients.
If you are suffering from ear pain or discomfort, our qualified pharmacists in Bethnal Green can perform a clinical assessment of your symptoms. During your private consultation.
Don't wait for a GP referral when you can access the NHS Pharmacy First service directly at our London E2 pharmacy. If your earache is clinically appropriate for treatment under this scheme.
Every appointment takes place in a dedicated private room where you can discuss your health in complete confidence.
There are many different earache causes & treatment options in the UK, ranging from simple congestion to bacterial infections. At Massinghams, we use specialized equipment (otoscopes) to look inside the ear canal and check the eardrum for signs of infection or inflammation.
How we can help at our London E2 pharmacy:
The Pharmacy First Service is an NHS service designed to offer free advice and treatments to eligible patients for seven common conditions including Earache. Patients can access this service at Massingham Chemist in Bethnal Green. The additional six conditions covered by this service are:
Yes, for certain age groups. Under the NHS Pharmacy First service, our pharmacists can supply antibiotics to children aged 1 to 17 years if they have an acute inner ear infection. For adults, we can provide treatments for outer ear infections or recommend the best over the counter relief.
In children, the most common cause is a bacterial or viral infection. In adults, earaches are often caused by “swimmer’s ear” (infection of the outer ear canal), changes in air pressure, or even referred pain from a sore throat or dental issue.
The NHS recommends using a warm or cold flannel against the ear to soothe the pain. You should avoid putting anything inside the ear, such as cotton buds, as this can push wax further in or damage the eardrum. Over the counter painkillers can also help manage the fever and ache.
Most ear infections are viral and clear up on their own within 3 to 7 days. If the symptoms are severe, include a high fever, or if there is discharge leaking from the ear, you should visit our Bethnal Green pharmacy for a clinical assessment.
You should seek urgent medical advice if you notice swelling around the ear, if the earache is accompanied by a very high temperature and vomiting, or if there is a sudden loss of hearing. If your eardrum has burst (perforated), you will likely see fluid leaking out and feel a sudden drop in pain; this requires a professional review.
In case of a missed dose, If it’s been 4 days or less since you should have used Mounjaro:
If it’s been more than 4 days since you should have used Mounjaro:
Just remember not to use a double dose to make up for any missed doses. The minimum time between two doses must be at least 3 days.
To self-administer the weight loss injection, you need three main consumables. These are pre-injection alcohol wipes to clean the injection site, disposable needles and a safeguard sharps bin to safely dispose of the used needles. We provide a starter pack of the consumables with the first injection order that contains a small number of wipes, needles and a safeguard sharps bin. Any subsequent consumables can be purchased from the pharmacy as required.