Question 1

can flonase make your nose bleed?

Accepted Answer

Probably: if used erratically, shouldn't be directed towards the nasal septum (towards the midline) and better wash your nose with saline prior to use

Question 2

should i stop using flonase if it makes my nose bleed? would rhinocort be a better option?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Flonase does contain alcohol which can irritate some peoples noses.  Rhinocort can also cause nasal bleeding but it does not contain the alcohol which is in Flonase.  It might be best to stop both for a few days.

Question 3

my 10 year old gets relief from year round allergies by using flonase daily , however  it makes her nose bleed .  any way to avoid this ?

Accepted Answer

Vaseline, moisture: Try using a small dab of Vaseline in the entrance of each nostril before bedtime every evening. This will help with the dryness and irritation that causes bleeding.

Question 4

what makes your nose bleed? and what i can do besides mucinex, fluticasone?

Accepted Answer

Nasal decongestant: Small capillaries in the skin of the nose can break open and bleed. Dry weather, cold air makes this more likely. Untreated hypertension can cause nose bleeds too. Consider checking out the pharmacy aisle for nasal decongestants. They will help moisturize the nares and constrict the capillaries. Have your blood pressure checked at the sit down put your arm in the unit BP machine at the store.

Question 5

8 yr kid - bad allergies , i gave her flonase. had a nosebleed.  stopped it , had another bleed a few days later .are nosebleeds sign of cancer?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: To be clear, yes, nosebleeds are a potential sign of cancer, but rare in a child that age and with other more likely cause. Flonase can easily dry out the lining of the nasal passages - this is a common side effect. Allergies can also do this. It is important to keep the nasal passages moist. Many have swabbed Vaseline in the nasal passages with a Q-tip or used nasal saline with great results.

Question 6

how to stop a nose bleed?

Accepted Answer

Pressure: To stop a nosebleed you have to squeeze the soft part of the nose firmly for 5-10 minutes. Afterwards apply ocean gel to the nares every hour or two for the next several hours.

Question 7

what cause a nose bleed ?

Accepted Answer

Many things: Nose bleeds can be spontaneous if the nasal passages are too dry.  Nose bleeds can occur from nose picking, trauma from probing into the nose and direct trauma. Less common causes are in relationship to the menstrual cycle, and sometimes due to uncommon nasal tumors such as polyps.  If you have these recurrently, then you should see an ENT doctor for a better diagnosis and treatment.

Question 8

what causes a nose bleed in a child?

Accepted Answer

Nose-picking/rubbing: Their finger nails are thin and razor-sharp.  When the inside of nose is itchy/dry, picking the inside of nose and/or rubbing it hard can cause bleeding. It is  very common. If bleeding stops quickly, i would not worry. Just make sure that the nose is kept nosturized in dry/cold weather and treat allergies/cold symptoms to minimize itching, thus picking/rubbing. If worse, consult doc. Good luck.

Question 9

how come my nose bleed when i pick it?

Accepted Answer

Nose bleed: Picking one’s nose  can traumatize the lining of the nose if it is done too forcefully or if the finger is poked too far back. Finger nails can scratch the tissues. Nose picking can also knock off a clot / scab that is already present.

Question 10

i have a nose bleed, what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Some thoughts...: Nosebleeds can be due to many things that cause one of the little veins on the inside of a nose (usually the middle septum) to crack and leak temporarily. Heavy breathing in sports, hot or cold air, allergies, nose-picking, colds, constipation straining, etc..., are some causes of nosebleeds. She who bleeds "too often" or "too long" can have her blood checked to see if her blood clots too slowly.

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My 10 year old gets relief from year round allergies by using flonase daily , however it makes her nose bleed . any way to avoid this ?

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What makes your nose bleed? and what i can do besides mucinex, fluticasone?

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8 yr kid - bad allergies , i gave her flonase. had a nosebleed. stopped it , had another bleed a few days later .are nosebleeds sign of cancer?

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