NOSE / NOSEBLEEDS
Nosebleed Treatment for Adults and Children in Bintulu, Sarawak
Assessment and treatment of repeated or heavy nosebleeds by consultant ENT surgeon Dr. Yasmin at Kemena Pacific Hospital.
WhatsApp the clinicWhat causes nosebleeds?
Most nosebleeds come from small blood vessels at the front of the nose. They are common in children and usually not serious. Repeated or heavy bleeding, especially in adults, should be examined to find the cause.
First aid for a nosebleed
- Sit up and lean slightly forward. Do not tilt your head back.
- Pinch the soft part of the nose firmly for 10 to 15 minutes without letting go.
- Breathe through your mouth and spit out any blood.
- Go to the emergency department if bleeding does not stop after 20 minutes, is very heavy, or follows a head injury.
Common causes
- Dry air and nose picking, especially in children
- Colds and nose allergies
- Blood thinning medicines
- High blood pressure
- Nose injury
- Rarely, a growth in the nose or at the back of the nose
How Dr. Yasmin assesses and treats nosebleeds
Dr. Yasmin examines the nose with an endoscope to find the bleeding point and look for any other cause. A prominent blood vessel can often be sealed in clinic with a simple cautery under local anaesthetic. She also advises on moisturising the nose and on medicines that may affect bleeding.
When to see an ENT specialist
- Repeated nosebleeds
- Bleeding from one side every time
- Nosebleeds with a blocked nose or blood in mucus, especially in adults
- A child with frequent nosebleeds
FAQs
Are frequent nosebleeds in children serious?
Usually not. They are often caused by dry air or nose picking and can be treated easily.
What is nasal cautery?
A quick procedure in clinic that seals a bleeding blood vessel inside the nose after numbing it.
Should I tilt my head back during a nosebleed?
No. Lean forward so the blood does not run down your throat.