I saw a blood in my nose, I got a nosebleed, I don’t know why it was the first time happened to me, I felt a little nervous, but after a while I put and wipe it out with tissue it’s stopped.
Why we got nosebleed?
According to my research the inside of our nose is covered with moist, delicate tissue (mucosa) that has a rich supply of blood vessels near the surface. When this tissue is injured, even from a minor nick or scratch, these blood vessels tend to bleed, sometimes heavily. Nosebleeds near the front of the nose, called anterior nosebleeds, are very common since this is the most accessible area to injury. The most frequent location is the nasal septum, the wall between the two sides of the nose. In most cases, this type of nosebleed is not serious. It usually can be stopped with some local pressure and a little patience
The hemorrhage is the only fatal and life threatening nosebleed (severe bleeding) it is usually from an artery in a posterior location, higher and deeper in the nose. Posterior bleeds usually drain down the back of the throat, but can also bleed out of both nostrils.
There are two kinds of nosebleeds.
An anterior nosebleed occurs when the blood vessels in the front of the nose break and bleed. A posterior nosebleed occurs in the back or the deepest part of the nose. The blood flows down the back of the throat. This case can be dangerous.
There are many causes of nosebleeds. A sudden or infrequent nosebleed is rarely serious, but if you have frequent nosebleeds, you could have a more serious problem.
Several causes of nosebleed.
- Dry air is the most common cause of nosebleeds. A hot, dry indoor climate, Living in a dry climate and using a central heating system can dry out the nasal membranes, This dryness causes crusting inside the nose. Crusting may itch or become irritated, and if scratched or picked, the nose can bleed.
- Taking antihistamines and decongestants for allergies, colds, or sinus problems can also dry out the nasal membranes and cause nosebleeds.
- Other common causes of nosebleeds include:
- Object stuck in the nose. Chemical irritants. Allergic reaction. Injury to the nose. Repeated sneezing. Nose picking cold air. Upper respiratory infection. And large doses of aspirin
- High blood pressure, a bleeding disorder, blood clotting disorder, and cancer.
- A deviated septum - If the wall between the two nostrils is shifted to one side (deviated), air flow in the nostrils is uneven. The altered airflow pattern causes the skin of the nasal septum, on the narrower side, to become dry and cracked, increasing the risk of bleeding.
- Colds and allergies - Upper respiratory tract infections and allergies cause inflammation in the nose, which can increase the risk of bleeding.
- More congestion can cause blood vessels to widen (dilate), which makes them more vulnerable to injury.
- Strenuous nose blowing to clear the nose also can cause a nose to bleed or to start bleeding again after a nosebleed has been controlled.
- Exposure to irritating chemicals, the primary culprit is cigarette smoke, even second-hand cigarette smoke.
- Workers also may develop nosebleeds from on-the-job exposure to sulfuric acid, ammonia, gasoline or other chemical irritants.
- Medical conditions, Examples include kidney failure, thrombocytopenia (low levels of the blood platelets needed for clotting), high blood pressure and hereditary bleeding disorders, such as hemophilia.
- Heavy alcohol use, Alcohol interferes with the normal activity of platelets in the blood, and this increases the time needed for blood clots to form. It also makes superficial blood vessels dilate (enlarge), making them more likely to be injured and bleed.
- Homeopathic medications and dietary supplements some dietary supplements contain chemicals that prolong bleeding similar to prescription blood thinners. Danshen, dong quai, feverfew, garlic, ginger, ginko biloba, ginseng and vitamin E are some of them.
Most nosebleeds do not require medical attention. However, you should seek medical attention if your nosebleed lasts longer than 20 minutes or occurs after an injury. This may be a sign of a posterior nosebleed.
Self-treating of nosebleed at home.
- While sitting up, squeeze the soft part of your nose. Make sure that your nostrils are fully closed. Keep your nostrils closed for 10 minutes, lean forward, and breathe through your mouth.
- Do not lie down when trying to stop a nosebleed. Lying down can result in swallowing blood and can irritate your stomach. Release your nostrils after 10 minutes and check to see if the bleeding has stopped. Repeat this step if bleeding continues.
- You can also apply a cold compress over the bridge of your nose or use a nasal spray decongestant to close off the small blood vessels.
- Using a humidifier in your house to keep the air moist avoiding picking your nose
- Not picking your nose
- Being gentle whenever you blow your nose
- Not smoking
- Using a non-prescription saline nasal spray to moisturize the inside of your nose
- Applying a dab of nasal gel or petroleum jelly to the inside of your nostrils before bedtime
- Using protective equipment to avoid breathing irritating chemicals at work
See a doctor if you’re unable to stop a nosebleed on your own.
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