Can you go to the walk in centre with a headache?
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I've had a dull, small, confined headache for nearly 2 weeks now.
On top of that, my already high sensitivity to bright light has got a bit worse, and painkillers wont shift it. My prescription for eyes is up to date and fine, and once or twice over the last few weeks I've had a word or phrase I cant speak/get out. I've had this before with migraines as I suffer from very serious ones, so it might all be that.
NHS website says I should seek medical advice, and tbh, im really f
kin worried about it.
I've made an appt with my GP but the first avaliable slot they have is 2 weeks on thursday. Would a walk in centre do anything for me? I dont want to be a time waster and I'll wait the two weeks if I need to.
On top of that, my already high sensitivity to bright light has got a bit worse, and painkillers wont shift it. My prescription for eyes is up to date and fine, and once or twice over the last few weeks I've had a word or phrase I cant speak/get out. I've had this before with migraines as I suffer from very serious ones, so it might all be that.
NHS website says I should seek medical advice, and tbh, im really f
kin worried about it. I've made an appt with my GP but the first avaliable slot they have is 2 weeks on thursday. Would a walk in centre do anything for me? I dont want to be a time waster and I'll wait the two weeks if I need to.
un1corn said:
I've had a dull, small, confined headache for nearly 2 weeks now.
On top of that, my already high sensitivity to bright light has got a bit worse, and painkillers wont shift it. My prescription for eyes is up to date and fine, and once or twice over the last few weeks I've had a word or phrase I cant speak/get out. I've had this before with migraines as I suffer from very serious ones, so it might all be that.
NHS website says I should seek medical advice, and tbh, im really fkin worried about it.
I've made an appt with my GP but the first avaliable slot they have is 2 weeks on thursday. Would a walk in centre do anything for me? I dont want to be a time waster and I'll wait the two weeks if I need to.
If you're worried get seen straight away. On top of that, my already high sensitivity to bright light has got a bit worse, and painkillers wont shift it. My prescription for eyes is up to date and fine, and once or twice over the last few weeks I've had a word or phrase I cant speak/get out. I've had this before with migraines as I suffer from very serious ones, so it might all be that.
NHS website says I should seek medical advice, and tbh, im really f
kin worried about it. I've made an appt with my GP but the first avaliable slot they have is 2 weeks on thursday. Would a walk in centre do anything for me? I dont want to be a time waster and I'll wait the two weeks if I need to.
If it's worrying you then what have you to lose, yes go to the walk in, worst case is they won't be able to help, but they might.
Could try 111 also? I'd also express your concerns to the GP (or at least the receptionist), most have some cancellations or duty doctor appointments available daily if needs be.
Could try 111 also? I'd also express your concerns to the GP (or at least the receptionist), most have some cancellations or duty doctor appointments available daily if needs be.
PositronicRay said:
No_Idea said:
Over 2 weeks to see your GP? What a complete joke. Yes go to the walk in centre (be prepared to wait hours!).
TBF ours takes a while for routine stuff. But they usually have a few same day emergency appointments + telephone appointments which are useful. Probably something like a cluster headache.
But if you're 50+ and have high blood pressure.....?
Sure you appreciate, it's quite difficult to give specific advice over the tinter web with limited info.
Go and see someone. They should do some quick checks to make sure it's not one of the more serious causes of headache. I've always been of the opinion that I'd rather someone waste my time with nothing, than not seek help with something serious.
But if you're 50+ and have high blood pressure.....?
Sure you appreciate, it's quite difficult to give specific advice over the tinter web with limited info.
Go and see someone. They should do some quick checks to make sure it's not one of the more serious causes of headache. I've always been of the opinion that I'd rather someone waste my time with nothing, than not seek help with something serious.
Yes definitely go. MrsC had something odd earlier which we believe was a "thunderclap" headache, but we went through the 111 online diagnosis and it asked about symptoms like you had, and where those were positive the overriding advice was to seek medical assistance straight away. Try it - its something like 111.nhs.uk I think.
Yes , you will at very least be seen by nurses who will check basics such As blood pressure and for any serious signs
My partner went recently after a bit of a funny turn , they diagnosed migraines and prescribed some new medication that really helped . Like you a local drs appt was 2 weeks
My partner went recently after a bit of a funny turn , they diagnosed migraines and prescribed some new medication that really helped . Like you a local drs appt was 2 weeks
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