My daughter's nose is bleeding
My 8 year old daughter has had periodic nosebleeds for a year. Please let me know how to handle it.
Salamatu (by SMS)
Although nosebleeds are common and can be scary, they rarely indicate a serious medical condition. The nose contains many blood vessels, which are located near the surface at the front and back of the nose. They are very fragile and bleed easily. Nosebleeds are common in adults and children between the ages of 3 and 10. There are many causes of nosebleeds in children. Sudden or infrequent nosebleeds are rarely serious. Dry air is the most common cause of nosebleeds. Living in a dry climate and using a central heating system can dry out the nasal membranes, which are tissues inside the nose. This dryness causes scabs inside the nose. The scabs may itch or become irritated. If the nose is scratched or picked, it may bleed. Other common causes of nosebleeds include: foreign body stuck in the nose, chemical irritants, allergic reaction, injury to the nose, pinched nose as well as bleeding disorders and blood clotting problems. Most nosebleeds do not require medical attention. You can try treating a previous nosebleed at home. While sitting, squeeze the soft part of your daughter's nose. Make sure his nostrils are completely closed. Keep the nostrils closed for about 10 minutes. Ask him to lean forward slightly and breathe through his mouth. She should not lie down when trying to stop a nosebleed. Lying down can cause her to swallow blood and irritate her stomach. Release his nostrils after 10 minutes and check to see if the bleeding has stopped. Repeat these steps if bleeding persists. You can also apply a cold compress to the bridge of your daughter's nose or use a decongestant nasal spray to close small blood vessels. However, you should see your doctor immediately if you are unable to stop a nosebleed on your own or if the nosebleed lasts longer than 20 minutes or occurs after an injury. This is because your daughter could have a posterior nosebleed that requires more invasive treatment. Also, if a foreign object is the cause, your doctor will need to remove the object.
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My 8 year old daughter has had periodic nosebleeds for a year. Please let me know how to handle it.
Salamatu (by SMS)
Although nosebleeds are common and can be scary, they rarely indicate a serious medical condition. The nose contains many blood vessels, which are located near the surface at the front and back of the nose. They are very fragile and bleed easily. Nosebleeds are common in adults and children between the ages of 3 and 10. There are many causes of nosebleeds in children. Sudden or infrequent nosebleeds are rarely serious. Dry air is the most common cause of nosebleeds. Living in a dry climate and using a central heating system can dry out the nasal membranes, which are tissues inside the nose. This dryness causes scabs inside the nose. The scabs may itch or become irritated. If the nose is scratched or picked, it may bleed. Other common causes of nosebleeds include: foreign body stuck in the nose, chemical irritants, allergic reaction, injury to the nose, pinched nose as well as bleeding disorders and blood clotting problems. Most nosebleeds do not require medical attention. You can try treating a previous nosebleed at home. While sitting, squeeze the soft part of your daughter's nose. Make sure his nostrils are completely closed. Keep the nostrils closed for about 10 minutes. Ask him to lean forward slightly and breathe through his mouth. She should not lie down when trying to stop a nosebleed. Lying down can cause her to swallow blood and irritate her stomach. Release his nostrils after 10 minutes and check to see if the bleeding has stopped. Repeat these steps if bleeding persists. You can also apply a cold compress to the bridge of your daughter's nose or use a decongestant nasal spray to close small blood vessels. However, you should see your doctor immediately if you are unable to stop a nosebleed on your own or if the nosebleed lasts longer than 20 minutes or occurs after an injury. This is because your daughter could have a posterior nosebleed that requires more invasive treatment. Also, if a foreign object is the cause, your doctor will need to remove the object.
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