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How To Treat Nosebleed ?
I am presently taking and have been for a year and a half and suffer from frequent nosebleed that requires a visit to that er. Last time the nosebleed lasted for ten long hours. Must I keep taking warfen, I fear that if I should be in an accident or receive a cut that I will bleed out before I can get the med attention needed.
Mon, 3 Feb 2014
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Thanks for your query.
sit down and firmly pinch the soft part of your nasal cavity, just above your nostrils, for 10 minutes
lean forward and breathe through your mouth; this will drain blood down your nose instead of down the back of your throat
stay upright, rather than lying down as this reduces the blood pressure in the veins of your nose and will discourage further bleeding
maintain the pressure on your nose for up to 30 minutes (time this on the clock) so that your blood clots
place a covered ice pack on the bridge of your nose
avoid blowing your nose, bending down and strenuous activity for at least 12 hours after a nosebleed; try to keep your head above the level of your heart during this time
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
sit down and firmly pinch the soft part of your nasal cavity, just above your nostrils, for 10 minutes
lean forward and breathe through your mouth; this will drain blood down your nose instead of down the back of your throat
stay upright, rather than lying down as this reduces the blood pressure in the veins of your nose and will discourage further bleeding
maintain the pressure on your nose for up to 30 minutes (time this on the clock) so that your blood clots
place a covered ice pack on the bridge of your nose
avoid blowing your nose, bending down and strenuous activity for at least 12 hours after a nosebleed; try to keep your head above the level of your heart during this time
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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