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Solutions for Nose Bleeds

Nosebleeds are very common, particularly in children. They can be brought on quite suddenly by a number of triggers, including allergies and colds, nasal trauma, chronic illnesses, exposure to fumes or even dry air. Nosebleeds are rarely serious, and usually stop within minutes.

  1. Control

    • If you get a nosebleed and want to stop the bleeding, simply lean forward so that your head is almost upside down, and gently blow your nose to remove any clots. Plug your nose below the nasal bone and hold this position for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, let go and see if you are still bleeding. If so, repeat for another 10 minutes. If your nose is still bleeding, you should call your doctor to see what steps to take next.

    Saline Spray

    • For those who suffer from frequent nosebleeds, saline spray may be a beneficial treatment. Consult with your doctor before purchasing. Once you have gotten medical permission, use saline spray once a day to increase moisture in the nasal passages.

    Packing

    • Severe nasal bleeding may be treated with nasal packing. This involves stuffing the nasal passages with gauze or cotton soaked in medicine to control bleeding. Care must be taking after nasal packing to not traumatize the nasal passages, so avoid vigorous nose blowing or rubbing.

    Cautery

    • Cauterization may be necessary if there is a severe problem and an excessive amounts of blood is being lost. This procedure must be done by a doctor, as it involves clotting the site of bleeding with silver nitrate. Local anesthesia will probably be used during the procedure.

    Vitamins

    • Chronic nosebleeds may indicate a vitamin deficiency. Supplement your diet with iron and vitamin C.

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