A nosebleed can be a shocking and somewhat scary experience, but Medical specialist It is said that the condition is generally not serious.
David A. Gudis, M.D., chief of rhinology and anterior skull base surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City, told Fox Digital News: “Nosebleeds are very common, with more than half of people having one at some point. I experience nosebleeds from time to time.
“Most nosebleeds are not serious medical emergencybut they can be shocking and sometimes quite dangerous.
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Here’s what to know.
What are the causes of nosebleeds?
lining nasal cavity Goodis said the blood supply (to the “mucosa”) is very strong, and bleeding in this area can occur for a variety of reasons.
Nosebleeds can be surprising and even scary, but medical experts say they’re usually not serious. (iStock)
“In children, the front of the nasal cavity is easily irritated by something everyone does – picking their nose,” he said.
In adults, this area of the nose may become dry, causing the mucous membrane over these blood vessels to thin.
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Another cause could be a deviated septum, in which the wall that separates the left and right sides of the nose is off-center or curved, Goodis said.
Doctors say this “may lead to more disrupted airflow in the nose, further drying out the front of the nose.”
One doctor said: “Nosebleeds are very common and more than half of all people will experience one at some time.” (iStock)
trauma or injury He added that an injury to the nose — such as being hit in the face with a ball or being involved in some type of accident — can also cause nosebleeds.
Medical issues are another potential trigger.
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“These may include uncontrolled high blood pressure (hypertension), anticoagulant medications (blood thinners) and bleeding/clotting disorders,” Goodis told Fox News Digital.
In addition to these reasons, a person’s environment may also be to blame.
“In children, the front of the nasal cavity can easily become irritated by something everyone does – picking their nose,” one doctor said. (iStock)
One of the common causes of nosebleeds is Indoor air dryingsays Natasha Bhuyan, MD, a family physician at One Medical in Phoenix, Arizona.
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“We see this most often in the winter,” she told Fox News Digital.
One way to prevent this is to use a humidifier.
“Most nosebleeds are not major medical emergencies, but they can be alarming and sometimes dangerous.”
Experts suggest that for overall prevention, it’s best to stay hydrated and keep your nasal passages moist.
“Also, avoid picking things in your nose—of course, people should avoid smoking,” Buyan added.
How to stop nosebleeds
Goodis says “holding pressure” is a simple and highly effective solution to most nosebleeds.
“The key is to maintain pressure on the soft parts of your nose and pinch it tight,” he says.
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In many cases, people are unaware of the best options for stopping nosebleeds.
“Many people are incorrectly instructed to pinch the bridge of their nose, but squeezing the hard nasal bones does not transfer pressure to the actual source of bleeding,” Goodis noted.
When to seek medical care
If the bleeding continues, is severe, and doesn’t stop, or if you start to experience other symptoms, such as dizziness or nausea, it’s best to seek medical attention right away medical care Right now, Goodis suggests.
Experts advise that if the bleeding continues, is heavy, and doesn’t stop, or if you start to experience other symptoms, such as dizziness or nausea, it’s best to seek immediate medical attention. (iStock)
If your nosebleeds are frequent or take a long time to stop, seek immediate medical care from an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor), he says.
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“In the office, we can use a small nasal endoscope to identify the source of bleeding,” Goodis told Fox News Digital.
He said that in some cases, patients Need surgery Burning of the blood supply to certain parts of the nose.
