Nose Bleeds

Understanding And Treating Chronic Nosebleeds

Are There Different Types of Nosebleeds? There are two types of nosebleeds. Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, happens when the blood vessels in the nose sustain an injury or become damaged in a way which causes the nose to bleed. The two types of nosebleeds are classified as anterior and […]

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Nosebleed in Children: Causes and Treatment

Causes Apart from nose picking, blowing, and an injury, some other reasons of nose bleeding are: First-Aid It is normal for the child to be upset and worried by the sight and taste of blood during the nosebleed. Parents or caretakers should help the child stay calm and reassure that […]

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Common Nosebleeds: Causes and Treatment Options

Common Causes The following are risk factors for nosebleeds:   Studies have shown that high blood pressure is not a direct cause of nosebleeds; however, it does make nosebleeds more severe and more difficult to control. Treatment It is possible to control most anterior nosebleeds with these simple steps:   […]

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Epistaxis: Causes and Treatment of Nosebleeds

When nosebleeds are mild to moderate in severity, greater than 90% will resolve with a combination of leaning forward to prevent swallowing blood, compressing the nose firmly just below the nasal bones for at least 10-15 minutes, and repeating if necessary. Nasal decongestant sprays such as Afrin © constrict blood […]

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