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What Causes Nosebleeds With Ear Infection Post Tonsillectomy?

Hello, my grandson just had tonsillectomy 3 weeks ago and last week he developed a bad cold and ear infection. I took him to urgent care and they prescribed an antibiotic. Now his nose is bleeding. Should I take him to emergency room? or is there something I should be doing.
Tue, 18 Feb 2020
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Hello,

Nose bleeds in young boys are very common especially in the terrain of a viral infection and nose congestion. It is generally not worrisome and is self-limiting. You will have to have him checked if this lasts more than a week or if the bleeding is difficult to control by pressing the nostrils for 15 minutes (press non-stop and do not check in between if the blood stopped). Also, if he has skin bruises, bleeding gums or blood in urine or stools, he needs a check with the doctor to identify the cause of these.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Nosebleeds With Ear Infection Post Tonsillectomy?

Hello, Nose bleeds in young boys are very common especially in the terrain of a viral infection and nose congestion. It is generally not worrisome and is self-limiting. You will have to have him checked if this lasts more than a week or if the bleeding is difficult to control by pressing the nostrils for 15 minutes (press non-stop and do not check in between if the blood stopped). Also, if he has skin bruises, bleeding gums or blood in urine or stools, he needs a check with the doctor to identify the cause of these. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician