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Should I Be Concerned About Nose Bleeds?

hello... my 9 year old suffered a mild concussion 4 days ago. he has mild headaches, some dizziness, some fatigue since his concussion. He has experienced two nosebleeds since his concussion. He does NOT have a headache while having these nosebleeds and his headaches have been getting better every day. symptoms are not worse during the nosebleed. He seems to be getting better and I would think if the nose bleed were indicative of a head bleed his symptoms would be worse, and that they are more than likely coincidental. should I be more concerned?
Tue, 26 May 2015
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Minor head injuries are common in people of all ages and should not result in any permanent damage.
The symptoms of a minor head injury are usually mild and short lived. Symptoms may include:
a mild headache
nausea (feeling sick)
mild dizziness
mild blurred vision

If your child experience these mild symptoms after a knock, bump or blow to the head, you won't usually require any specific treatment. However, you should go to your local accident and emergency (A&E) department for a check-up.

It is also important to rest and avoid aggravating the injury with stressful situations and avoid contact sports until fully recovered.
Mild headaches can be treated with paracetamol.

If your child has recurrent nose bleeds, it's advisable to go for a clinical examination.

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Should I Be Concerned About Nose Bleeds?

Hi Welcome to the HCM Minor head injuries are common in people of all ages and should not result in any permanent damage. The symptoms of a minor head injury are usually mild and short lived. Symptoms may include: a mild headache nausea (feeling sick) mild dizziness mild blurred vision If your child experience these mild symptoms after a knock, bump or blow to the head, you won t usually require any specific treatment. However, you should go to your local accident and emergency (A&E) department for a check-up. It is also important to rest and avoid aggravating the injury with stressful situations and avoid contact sports until fully recovered. Mild headaches can be treated with paracetamol. If your child has recurrent nose bleeds, it s advisable to go for a clinical examination. For further questions, do contact us.