Nosebleed is a common phenomenon. Especially as children or teenagers. In general there is no need to worry, but it is better to know the causes. So you can prevent nosebleed and act quickly to stop it.
Why does nosebleed come out?
The scientific term is epistassi and it seems that several studies have shown that it is a very common phenomenon. It is caused by the breaking of one or more capillaries that are in our nose.
This can happen after trauma, for example a blow to the nose. Or when you have a cold and blow your nose a lot and cause irritation. Or even for too dry weather or excessive exposure to the sun.
How to prevent epistaxis?
We must avoid dry environments, perhaps use a humidifier for the home. Avoid staying too much in the sun. And you can also protect yourself from colds use natural remedies. Obviously it is an advice aimed above all at predisposed subjects.
What we should never do when a nosebleed comes out because it can be dangerous
They certainly told us as children. When we got nosebleeds we had to keep our heads back.
Well this is absolutely not to be done. In fact it is downright dangerous.
Not only does it not help to reduce blood flow, but by tilting the head back we risk that the blood ends up in the throat. Causing vomiting, or even going up to the stomach.
So the most appropriate thing to do is exactly the opposite. Keep your head slightly bent forward. So as to drain the blood.
You can also blow your nose gently to expel any clot.
Obviously, depending on the severity of the situation, and the cause of the bleeding, it is best to contact your doctor. Because if it was the result of a blow to the nose, there could be trauma.
Now we know what we should never do when a nosebleed comes out because it can be dangerous.
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