{"id":2426,"date":"2022-01-27T13:42:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-27T19:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mwent.net\/?p=2426"},"modified":"2022-02-23T13:43:07","modified_gmt":"2022-02-23T19:43:07","slug":"when-should-you-be-concerned-about-a-nosebleed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mwent.net\/when-should-you-be-concerned-about-a-nosebleed\/","title":{"rendered":"When Should You be Concerned About a Nosebleed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Nosebleeds are often the result of minor nose irritation. Though they can be frightening, they are rarely a cause for concern. However, it\u2019s estimated that about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK435997\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10% of nose bleeds are severe enough to require treatment or medical attention<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a <a href=\"https:\/\/mwent.net\/ent\/nose\/nosebleeds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nosebleed occurs<\/a> it\u2019s important to know what to look out for and when to seek medical care.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nosebleed-causes\">Nosebleed Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mwent.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/tissue-box-nosebleed.jpg\" alt=\"A box of tissues sitting on a countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-2428\" width=\"198\" height=\"297\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Causes can range from minor issues to serious health problems. They include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nasal allergies<\/li><li>Dry or irritated nose<\/li><li>Picking nose or blowing nose too hard<\/li><li>Foreign object stuck in nose<\/li><li>Trauma from a blow to the head <a href=\"https:\/\/mwent.net\/ent\/nose\/nasal-fracture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">or other injury<\/a><\/li><li>Bleeding disorders<\/li><li>Extremely high blood pressure<\/li><li>Taking blood thinners<\/li><li>Certain genetic conditions<\/li><li>Vascular malformations<\/li><li>Head and neck cancer<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-to-be-concerned\">When To Be Concerned<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>You should seek medical care if you experience any of the following during a nosebleed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bleeding that lasts longer than 30 minutes<\/li><li>Bleeding that is unusually heavy<\/li><li>Feeling dizzy or weak<\/li><li>Swallowing a lot of blood<\/li><li>Having difficulty breathing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, you may want to reach out to your healthcare provider if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take medication or have a medical condition that prevents you from clotting properly<\/li><li>Have a history of serious nose bleeds<\/li><li>Have had multiple nose bleeds accompanied by headaches<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"treatments-for-nosebleeds\">Treatments for Nosebleeds<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>When medical intervention is needed, possible treatments include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nasal packing, which involves inserting a gauze-like material into the nose to help stop the bleeding and absorb excess blood.<\/li><li>Nasal sprays that can constrict the blood vessels in the nose and stop bleeding.<\/li><li>Cauterizing the area of bleeding with a chemical swab or an electrical device.<\/li><li>In some cases, surgery that involves tying off or blocking a blood vessel may be required.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"prevention-methods\">Prevention Methods<\/h3>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If your nosebleed is a symptom of another condition, like high blood pressure, treating the initial condition should help prevent future nosebleeds.<\/li><li>If they are caused by medication, your doctor may recommend a different prescription or dosage.<\/li><li>If your nose bleeds are caused by allergies, take medication and avoid triggers. This may mean taking an antihistamine before going to <a href=\"https:\/\/eaganmn.com\/places\/lebanon-hills-regional-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lebanon Hills Regional Park.<\/a><\/li><li>Use a humidifier or nasal spray to avoid bleeds due to dryness.<\/li><li>Blow your nose gently when you have allergies or a cold.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about nosebleeds, call the experts at Midwest Ear, Nose &amp; Throat Specialists today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/mwent.net\/midwest-ent-specialists-welcomes-kelly-c-landeen-md\/\" class=\"related-post\">Midwest ENT Specialists Welcomes Kelly C. 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