Treatment for Nosebleeds in Palm Harbor, FL

Nosebleeds can be caused by many things such as physical trauma, allergies, or underlying diseases that affect the blood. While nosebleeds are usually minor, it is still important to properly treat them otherwise they can cause major issues.

1. Do NOT Tilt Your Head Back

A big misconception and initial reaction when you have a nosebleed is to tilt your head back. This will only cause you to swallow blood, which can have worse effects than the nosebleed itself. You should sit down in a chair and actually lean your head slightly forward.

2. Apply Pressure

Next you need to pinch the soft part of your nose with your fingers. The pressure helps the nosebleed to slow down and prevents blood from escaping from your nose.

3. Apply Ice

Applying an ice pack against your nose and cheeks will help to constrict the blood vessels and slow down the nosebleed. It also numbs any pain you may be experiencing.

4. Preventative Measures

Once the nosebleed has stopped, you may want to consider putting a very small amount of ointment, such as Vaseline, in and around your nostrils since dryness and abrasion add to nosebleeds. You’ll want to prevent anything that will instigate another nosebleed such as blowing, wiping, picking, or rubbing your nose.

Contact Dr. Berrios in Palm Harbor, FL

Even though nosebleeds are common for many people, it’s important to check in with a physician especially if:

• The bleeding doesn’t stop after 10 minutes of treatment
• A nosebleed occurs more than 4 times in a single week
• Nosebleeds get more severe/painful
• You are on blood-thinning medicine and are getting nosebleeds
• You have any conditions that affect blood-clotting, such as liver disease