Joylee Taylor

· 16 Nov 2021

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A nosebleed is a loss of blood from the tissue lining your nose. It can affect both nostrils, although it usually only affects one. A nosebleed is usually not serious. Many blood veins in the nose assist to warm and humidify the air you breathe.

These vessels are close to the surface, rendering them susceptible to injury, which might result in a nosebleed. However, nosebleeds might be more dangerous at times. These are caused by big vessels in the back of the nose.

Nosebleeds from these bigger vessels are common following an accident, in youngsters, and in the elderly. Typically, the more acute the nosebleed, the older the patient.


Symptoms of nosebleeds.
Most often, you will have no other symptoms other than the nosebleed itself.


What causes nosebleeds?
Dryness (frequently induced by interior heat in the winter) and nose picking are two of the most prevalent causes of nosebleeds. These two factors interact – nose picking happens more frequently when mucus in the nose is dry and crusty.

Colds can also produce nosebleeds. Injuries, allergies, and the use of illicit substances such as cocaine are less prevalent reasons. Small things may get stuck up children’s nostrils, causing the nose to bleed.

Older persons may suffer from atherosclerosis (artery hardening), infections, high blood pressure, or blood clotting issues, all of which can trigger nosebleeds.


If you use blood coagulation inhibitors, such as aspirin, nosebleeds may develop and persist longer. Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia is an uncommon cause of recurrent nosebleeds (HHT). The reason of nosebleeds is sometimes unknown.

Frequent nosebleeds might indicate a more serious condition. Nosebleeds and bruises, for example, can be early symptoms of leukemia. Nosebleeds can also indicate a blood clotting or blood vessel disease, as well as a nasal tumor (both non-cancerous and cancerous).


How are nosebleeds identified?
It is frequently unnecessary to professionally diagnose a nosebleed. It's rather obvious if your nose is bleeding.


Can nosebleeds be avoided or prevented?
Tips for avoiding nosebleeds include:
Keep children's fingernails short to prevent nose injuries and nose picking.
Use a humidifier in your bedroom at night to counteract the drying effects of indoor heated air.
Stop smoking. Smoking dries up and irritates your nostrils.
When you sneeze, open your mouth.



Nosebleed treatment.
A nosebleed can be frightening to obtain — or to see — but try to remain cool. Most nosebleeds appear far worse than they are. Nearly of nosebleeds are treatable at home. Sit down and lean slightly forward if you obtain a nosebleed seat.

The bleeding will be slowed if you keep your head above your heart. Lean forward so that the blood drains out of your nose rather than down the back of your throat. You may swallow the blood if you lean back. This may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.


Squeeze the soft part of your nose with your thumb and index finger. This region is placed between the tip of your nose and the hard, bony ridge that creates your nose’s bridge. Continue to hold your nose until the bleeding stops.

Hold on for at least 5 minutes. If the wound is still bleeding, hold it for another 5 to 10 minutes. Wait a few hours after the bleeding has stopped before doing anything that might trigger it again, such as leaning over or blowing your nose.

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