8 thoughts on “ Nosebleed ”

1. If nosebleed occurs as a result of a head injury; The person is an infant or child, or if the person is already sick or elderly; If a nosebleed does not stop after 10 to 20 minutes of direct pressure; If you are at all worried about the nosebleed, seek further medical advice  .

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2. A nosebleed comes either from the front of your nose (anterior) or the back of it (posterior). Anterior nosebleeds: The wall that separates your nostrils is called a septum.

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3. Nosebleed can be caused by: Irritation due to allergies, colds, sneezing or sinus problems Very cold or dry air; Blowing the nose very hard, or picking the nose; Injury to nose, including a broken nose, or an object stuck in the nose; Sinus or pituitary surgery (transsphenoidal).

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4. Mar 24,  · An anterior nosebleed occurs when the blood vessels in the front of the nose break and bleed. A posterior nosebleed occurs in the back or the deepest part Author: Valencia Higuera.

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5. Feb 13,  · The medical name for a nosebleed is epistaxis. During a nosebleed, blood flows from one or both nostrils. It can be heavy or light and last from a few seconds to 15 minutes or more. What to do. To stop a nosebleed: sit down and firmly pinch the soft part of your nose, just above your nostrils, for at least minutes.

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6. If a nosebleed goes on for more than 15 minutes, occurs following a serious injury, or is accompanied by severe blood loss, you should call your doctor or visit the emergency room. You should also visit your doctor for an examination if you get nosebleeds frequently, as they can in rare instances be early warning signs of serious conditions.

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7. Nosebleeds usually aren’t serious, but knowing how to stop the bleeding and treat your symptoms is important. Learn how to prevent and treat nosebleeds.

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8. Oct 29,  · Nose bleeds are a very common problem. Most people have experienced some degree of nose bleed at least once in their lives. Some people experience them chronically, including multiple times per .

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