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How Can A Nosebleed Be Treated While Taking Coumadin?
Question: How can I stop a nosebleed
My husband is on Coumadin and he has pinched his nostrils together 3 times for 5 minute intervals and it is still bleeding
My husband is on Coumadin and he has pinched his nostrils together 3 times for 5 minute intervals and it is still bleeding
Brief Answer:
Epistaxis
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare magic and thanks for putting up the query
You should take him to an ENT SPECIALIST immediately as he needs a nasal packing to stop bleeding.
Make him sit with head down to avoid aspiration of blood.
Put xylometazoline nasal drops over a cotton plug.
Any further questions are always welcome.
Take care
Thanks and regards
Epistaxis
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare magic and thanks for putting up the query
You should take him to an ENT SPECIALIST immediately as he needs a nasal packing to stop bleeding.
Make him sit with head down to avoid aspiration of blood.
Put xylometazoline nasal drops over a cotton plug.
Any further questions are always welcome.
Take care
Thanks and regards
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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