Joylee Taylor

· 16 Nov 2021

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How to stop nosebleeds.

Because of the placement of the nose and the close-to-the-surface location of blood vessels in the lining of your nose, nosebleeds (also known as epistaxis) are common. Most nosebleeds may be treated at home, but some symptoms should be evaluated by a doctor.

A nosebleed is simply the loss of blood from the tissue lining the inside of your nose. Nosebleeds (also known as epistaxis) are rather frequent. In their lives, over 60% of people will experience at least one nosebleed.

The nose's position in the centre of the face, as well as the huge number of blood vessels near to the surface in the lining of the nose, making it an ideal target for damage and nosebleeds.

Is there a variety of nosebleeds?
Yes. The location of the bleed is used to characterize nosebleeds. There are two sorts, one of which is more serious than the other. An anterior nosebleed begins in front of the nose on the lower portion of the wall that divides the two sides of the nose (called the septum).

Capillaries and tiny blood vessels near the front of the nose are delicate and readily rupture and bleed. This is the most frequent form of nosebleed and is typically not life-threatening. These nosebleeds are more prevalent in youngsters and are typically treatable at home.

A posterior nosebleed happens deep within the nose. A hemorrhage in bigger blood vessels at the back of the nose near the throat causes this nosebleed. A posterior nosebleed can be more dangerous than an anterior nosebleed.

It can cause severe bleeding, which may run down the back of the throat. This form of nosebleed may necessitate immediate medical intervention. Adults are more likely to experience this form of nosebleed.

How can I put a halt to a nosebleed?
To stop a nosebleed, follow these steps:

Relax.
Sit up straight and tilt your body and head forward slightly. This will prevent blood from streaming down your throat and causing nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Breathe in with your mouth.
Pinch the soft area of your nose with your thumb and index finger. Pinch the soft section of the nose against the hard bony ridge that creates the nasal bridge.

Squeezing at or above the bony section of the nose will not apply pressure to the area where it will assist stop the bleeding.

Continue pinching your nose for at least 5 minutes (measured by the clock) before checking to see whether the bleeding has stopped. If your nose is still bleeding, squeeze it for another 10 minutes.

Apply an ice pack to the bridge of your nose if you want to assist constrict blood vessels (delay the bleeding) and give relief.
You can spray an over-the-counter decongestant spray into the bleeding side of the nose, such as oxymetazoline (Afrin®, Dristan®, Neo-Synephrine®, Vicks Sinex®, and others), and then apply pressure to the nose as stated above. WARNING: Do not use these topical decongestant sprays for an extended length of time. This can actually increase the likelihood of a nosebleed.

Do not lean over, exert, or lift anything heavy after the bleeding has stopped. Do not blow or rub your noses for a couple of days.


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