suffer this sickness and with this little lecture you can help them at
all times.
1. Sit upright and lean forward. By remaining
upright, you reduce blood pressure in the veins of your nose. This
discourages further bleeding. Sitting forward will help you avoid
swallowing blood, which can irritate your stomach.
2. Pinch your nose. Use your thumb and index finger to pinch your
nostrils shut. Breathe through your mouth. Continue to pinch for five
to 10 minutes. Pinching sends pressure to the bleeding point on the
nasal septum and often stops the flow of blood.
3. To prevent re-bleeding, don't pick or blow your nose and don't bend
down for several hours after the bleeding episode. During this time
remember to keep your head higher than the level of your heart.
4. If re-bleeding occurs, blow out forcefully to clear your nose of
blood clots and spray both sides of your nose with a decongestant
nasal spray containing
oxymetazoline (Afrin, Mucinex Moisture Smart, others). Pinch your nose
again as described above and call your doctor.
Seek medical care immediately if:
1. The bleeding lasts for more than 20 minutes
2. The nosebleed follows an accident, a fall or an injury to your
head, including a punch in the face.
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