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My 13 month-old has a viral throat infection. his nose has been bleeding and black snot has come out. this is worrying me - is this normal?
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Black nasal discharg: The black nasal discharge represents old dried up blood.you needn't worry. Try using a gentle application of a saline (salt) solution in the nose to help break up the old clots in the nose. above all not to worry
Answered 2/24/2018
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Be sure it is viral: Although rare in children under three years, strep can cause bleeding from the throat and nose. So can many viral infections. The infected mucosa is inflamed and raw and bleeds easily until the infection resolves. At 13 months there could be a foreign body in his nose so have a look or have his doctor check.
Answered 2/24/2018
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