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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:- 

  • A sprain or strain that isn't getting any better after treating it themselves
  • Pain or swelling is getting worse
  • If the patient has a very high temperature or feels hot or shivery
  • If there was a cracking sound when the injury happened
  • If the injured body part has changed shape
  • If the injury is numb, discoloured or cold to touch