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Recurring nosebleeds
Nosebleeds are often nothing to be concerned about and can be easily treated in your own time, but if they are persistent then medical attention is needed. Those who are more prone to getting nosebleeds include children, pregnant women, and elderly persons.
What can cause nodebleeds?
Being hit on the nose.
Picking your nose.
Blowing your nose too forcefully.
Dry air.
Allergic reactions.
Aspirin.
Overheating.
In more serious circumstances, a nosebleed that needs medical attention can be caused by:
High blood pressure.
Concussion.
A broken nose or serious injury.
Medicines.
A blood clotting disorder.
Cancer.
You should seek medical attention at A&E if:
Your nose has been bleeding for more than 10 minutes.
Your nosebleed has been excessive after an injury or blow to the head.
You’re feeling dizzy.
Your nosebleed is causing you to vomit.
Your breathing is being restricted.
How do you stop a nosebleed?
Pinching your nose above the nostrils.
Holding an icepack on your forehead above the nose.
Stand up, rather than lie down.
If you are facing a problem with recurring nosebleeds, book an appointment with our consultant who will carry out an examination as well as diagnostic tests, if necessary. This may involve nasal endoscopy and an X-ray scan of the nose and face. Cauterization may be the solution to the problem, in which our consultant uses a heating device to seal blood vessels inside the nose.