Question 1

what is the nose bleed mean when it last more than 15 minutes?

Accepted Answer

Nose bleed: It means you should have someone look at it.  It might not be a big deal, but you may have a large vessel on your septum that has ruptured.  You could have an ulcer or lesion in your nose.  You nose could just be super dry and need some simple cautery.  Having it looked at will help you to know what it is and you'll learn what treatment options are available for you.

Question 2

i have bad sinuses and bleeding out of one nostril. what is this:(

nose bleed?

Accepted Answer

Nose bleeds: Nose bleeds can occur with sinusitis but usually there are other symptoms of mucus drainage, associated nasal congestion or sinus discomfort. Commonly excessive nasal membrane dryness or excessive nasal membrane congestion/inflammation(colds,allergies) are causes of unilateral nose bleeds.To prevent membrane dryness apply a tinge of white Vaseline to the nasal passages nightly. Don't smoke!

Question 3

if i just got a little angry my nose bleeds a lot , it can bleed for hours with none stop ...how can i deal with that?

Accepted Answer

Common: Epistaxis is common in everyone. 80% of people experience this in their lives. A common cause is dry, hot air like inside the home in the winter causing nasal dryness and crusting. The nasal tissue cracks and bleeds easily. Treatment includes humidification of the air, and nasal moisturizing with a variety of otc nasal saline gels or mist spray.  It's not a major health hazard, but should see md.

Question 4

i'm experiencing continuous nose bleeds for the past 3 days, i bleed at least 3 times a day, what's going on? should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Nosebleeds: Hello, nosebleeds occur quite commonly and will usually respond to simple pressure by squeezing the front of the nose. Since it is recurring, go see your doctor or an ENT who may cauterize your nose and rid you of these bleeds.

Question 5

my son is 12 and has had a half dozen nose bleeds in the last week.  he woke up this morning  with his nose bleeding. his nose has never ever bled b4.

Accepted Answer

Epistaxis: Nose bleeds are common in children with allergies or on antihistamines for allergies.  The inflammation from this hypersensitivity is often worse with dry air, nose picking, blowing, etc.  In the absence of any other abnormal bleeding (little red dots to the skin, bleeding from the gums, rectum, etc.) humidification of the bedroom with or without prescribed nasal steroid sprays is helpful.

Question 6

nosebleeds are normal, but outta no where, my nose started bleeding a lot, more than you'd usually get or see. is this okay? i wasnt hurt or anything.

Accepted Answer

Severe nose bleed: Nosebleeds are common. However, severe bleeding is not and be a cause for concern.  You need to see an ENT who can do a good nasal exam to rule out a tumor, large blood vessel, etc. Additionally, blood work should be checked to make sure the platelet count is normal as well as the red cell count.

Question 7

hi im still getting bad nose bleeds where can i get gel for nose so that nose doesnt bleed? what is the name

Accepted Answer

Nose bleeds: A very common cause of recurrent nose bleeds is excessive dryness of the nasal membranes from heating or air conditioning. Adding a humidifier and applying a small amount of white petrolatum(Vaseline) to the nasal membranes each night helps. If frequent nose bleeds continue have your blood pressure checked and getting a nasal examination by a physician or Otolaryngologist is recommended.

Question 8

i don't ever get nose bleeds and all of a sudden my left side of my nose starts bleeding ? what could of caused this ?

Accepted Answer

Nose bleeding: the most common reason is trauma. Other reasons are allergies causing dryness in you nose, making it is for bleeding. Using humfier and applying neosporine to the inside of your nose will help

Question 9

what causes nose bleeds? i was just sitting and suddenly my nose was pouring blood for about 10mins.. as im writing this im still bleeding..

Accepted Answer

Well...: There are many causes, ANd I suggest you go to the ER now!

Question 10

im having a nose bleed, since from yesterday after braaing,

i noticed that every time when i braai i get nose bleeds what medication can i take?

Accepted Answer

BRAAING?: Sorry but what is braaing? Pinch your nose and tip your head back. Make sure you are not taking excess aspirin or other blood thinking medications. See a doctor if it does not stop.

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What is the nose bleed mean when it last more than 15 minutes?

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I have bad sinuses and bleeding out of one nostril. what is this:( nose bleed?

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If i just got a little angry my nose bleeds a lot , it can bleed for hours with none stop ...how can i deal with that?

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I'm experiencing continuous nose bleeds for the past 3 days, i bleed at least 3 times a day, what's going on? should i be worried?

A member asked:

My son is 12 and has had a half dozen nose bleeds in the last week. he woke up this morning with his nose bleeding. his nose has never ever bled b4.

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Nosebleeds are normal, but outta no where, my nose started bleeding a lot, more than you'd usually get or see. is this okay? i wasnt hurt or anything.

A member asked:

Hi im still getting bad nose bleeds where can i get gel for nose so that nose doesnt bleed? what is the name

A member asked:

I don't ever get nose bleeds and all of a sudden my left side of my nose starts bleeding ? what could of caused this ?

A member asked:

What causes nose bleeds? i was just sitting and suddenly my nose was pouring blood for about 10mins.. as im writing this im still bleeding..

A member asked:

Im having a nose bleed, since from yesterday after braaing, i noticed that every time when i braai i get nose bleeds what medication can i take?

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