Home Treatment for Nosebleeds

 
~~Home Treatment for Nosebleeds~~

Nosebleeds can be dramatic and frightening. Luckily, most nosebleeds are not serious and can be handled fairly easily.

To stop a nosebleed:
-Remain calm.
-Sit up straight.
- Lean your head forward. Tilting your head back will only cause you to swallow the blood.
-Pinch the nostrils together with your thumb and index finger for 10 minutes. Have someone time you to make sure you do not release the nostrils any earlier.
-Spit out any blood in your mouth. Swallowing it may make you vomit.

After the bleeding has stopped:
-Try to prevent any irritation to the nose, such as sneezing or nose blowing, for 24 hours.
-Ice packs do not help.
-Exposure to dry air, such as in a heated home in the winter, can contribute to the problem. Adding moisture to the air with a humidifier or vaporizer will help keep the nose from drying out and triggering more bleeding. Another option is to place a pan filled with water near a heat source, such as a radiator, which allows the water to evaporate and adds moisture to the air.

Nosebleed Prevention

Most nosebleeds occur during the winter in cold, dry climates. If you are prone to nosebleeds, use a humidifier in your home. Use petroleum jelly (Vaseline), an over-the-counter nasal lubricant spray, or a saline nasal spray to keep your nasal passages moist.
Avoid picking your nose or blowing your nose too vigorously.
If the nosebleed is related to another medical condition, such as liver disease or a chronic sinus condition, follow your doctor’s instructions to keep that problem under control.
Stop smoking. Smoking contributes to nasal dryness and irritation.