You need to be aware of the following red flag symptoms. If a patient presents with any of the below they should be referred to the pharmacist:-
- If they have been using OTC treatments which haven't worked
- If the patient is in a lot of discomfort
- If the foot is hot, red and painful
- If the patient has diabetes
- If the patient has a weakened immune system
- If it has spread to other parts of the body
