When to see a GP

GP Treatment for more serious illnesses and injuries WHEN TO SEE YOUR GP... WHEN TO VISIT QP WHEN NOT TO VISIT AP Stress or depression Unexplained weight loss Lumps • Recurring headaches • Persistent cough Cold Flu • Headaches Back pain Period pain Sickness and Blood in urine diarrhoea or stools • Minor muscle or ligament pulls and strains • Infected bites or sore throat Viait your GP for illneeses that won't go away after Many minor illnesses and injuries can be treated at home or by a pharmaciat. treatment at home. IF YOU'RE UNSURE WHETHER YOU NEED AN APPOINTMENT... GP CALL 111 CALL 111 FOR ADVICE if you think you need more URGENT TREATMENT. GP - CALL FOR ADVICE AND INFORMATION ON OUT-OF-HOURS SERVICES when it's less urgent than 999 Visit your GP if you are still experiencing symptoms after a few days. Call your local surgery for advice if you're not sure whether you need an appointment. Choose well. NHS www.choosewellmidlands.nhs.uk