Question 1

pretty heavy nose bleed after using neti pot. is this normal? should i continue using the neti pot?

Accepted Answer

Neti pots: Most experts now advise against using neti pots because of the risk of infection. Please see an otolaryngologist (ear nose throat) doctor to see what caused the nosebleed.

Question 2

nose bleed in middle of night?

Accepted Answer

Check your BP: If the nose bleed is always from the same nostril it could be due to a superficial vessel, or dryness in the nose. Apply saline nasal spray to keep the nostrils moist, check the blood pressure to make sure it is not elevated as this is a common cause of increased frequency of nose bleeds in adults, eliminate over the counter medications that predispose to bleeding like anti-inflamatories, aspirin.

Question 3

what can be done for a nose bleed?

Accepted Answer

Apply pressure to : Have the person sit up straight and lean forward slightly. Don't have the person lie down or tilt the head backward.
With thumb and index finger, firmly pinch the nose just below the bone up against the face.
Apply pressure for 5 minutes. Time yourself with a clock.
If bleeding continues after 5 minutes, repeat the process.
If not improved check with your doctor.

Question 4

how to stop your nose bleed easily?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Nosebleeds occur for a variety of reasons. In children, 90% of nose bleeds occur in the front near the nostrils, which is why pinching the nose helps stop it, since pressure is applied. In adults, it can also be posteriorly, so pinching helps in fewer cases. Lean head forward, not backward, so you do not swallow the blood.  May need scope to evaluate for nasal mass and blood work to check if okay.

Question 5

why are my buggers bloody if i never had a nose bleed?

Accepted Answer

: May be irritation from inflammation in allergy season or irritation from infection.

Question 6

what to do if i have a nose bleed help ! what do i do ?

Accepted Answer

Nosebleed: Complicated question. Simple answer is see a doctor to factor in all the issues relating to this symptom and your health. May be a simple fix, sometimes not so simple. Bottom line is it needs to be checked out by a doctor if it continues.

Question 7

nose bleed, 5 years old.

Accepted Answer

Multiple reasons: Allergies, Infection, Intra nasal spray use, nose picking can be some of the reasons that can cause nasal bleeds. Holding the nose for 10 minutes usually helps stop the bleed. Nasal saline drops can be of help to keep nose moisturized. Recurrent bleeds need at least once time evaluation by a doctor.

Question 8

why does my nose bleed for no reason?

Accepted Answer

May need surgery: You may have hypertrphic tubinates that bleed at times. Need to see a specialist. Plastic surgeon or ENT doctor.

Question 9

what causes an easy internal nose bleed?

Accepted Answer

Nosebleeds: Nosebleeds can be from dryness, local trauma (picking), certain medications, but most commonly a distinct cause may not be found.

Question 10

how do treat a nose bleed for a 9 year old?

Accepted Answer

Pressure: Apply pressure to nose  for at least 5 minutes. Sometime you have to do it for up to an hour (rarely) before going to er.  Apply vaseline to nostril at night an once during the day (this prevents dryness).

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