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How to Stop Nosebleeds.
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1 Treatment for nosebleeds.
1.1 What is a nosebleed?
1.1.1 What causes nosebleeds, and how may they be prevented?
1.1.1.1 Are nosebleeds serious?
1.1.2 Are there different types of nosebleeds?
1.1.2.1 Who suffers from nosebleeds?
1.1.3 How to prevent nosebleeds.
1.1.4 How to stop nosebleeds?
1.1.4.1 First aid to help someone to stop nosebleeds
1.1.5 Nosebleeds – DOs and DON’Ts.
1.1.6 When to go to the hospital to stop nose bleeding and to get professional treatment for
nosebleeds?
1.2 Home remedies for the treatment of nosebleeds
1.2.1 Traditional Chines Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture treatment for nosebleeds.
1.2.1.1 People who have a lot of nosebleeds should follow these Traditional Chinese Medicine
suggestions.
1.2.2 Homeopathic remedies for nosebleeds treatment
1.3 Holistic treatments for nosebleeds in Philadelphia
Treatment for nosebleeds.
Treatment for nosebleeds doesn’t follow any specific protocol and in
many cases, it is not required at all. However, it is important to
know how to stop nosebleeds and how to prevent nosebleeds in the
future. Before we come to this point, let’s discuss what are nosebleeds,
what causes nosebleeds, and when nosebleeds require medical attention.

What is a nosebleed?
A nosebleed is simply the loss of blood from the tissue lining the inside
of your nose.
Nasal bleeding (also known as epistaxis) is quite a common medical
condition and the treatment for nosebleeds is not always required. In
their lifetime, 60% of people will experience at least one nosebleed. The
location of the nose in the middle of the face and a large number of
blood vessels close to the surface in the lining of your nose makes it an
easy target for injury and nosebleeds.
Every physician, every day sees patients that ask: “Why is my nose
bleeding? How to stop nose bleeding? What are the causes of nose
bleeding?” The answer to this and many other questions you’ll find in
the article below.

What causes nosebleeds, and how may they be prevented?

Many things can induce nosebleeds. Thankfully, the majority of them
aren’t life-threatening.
In order to choose the most effective treatment for nosebleeds, it is
important to understand the causes of nosebleeds.

Nasal bleeding is most commonly caused by dry air. Hot, low-humidity
regions, as well as heated indoor air, can cause dry air. Both settings
lead the nasal membrane (the delicate tissue inside your nose) to dry up,
crust over, and crack, making it more likely to bleed when rubbed or
plucked, or when blowing your nose.
Other common causes of nosebleeds:
 Picking one’s nose
 Colds and sinusitis, particularly episodes that involve a lot of
sneezing, coughing, and nose blowing.
 Forcefully blowing your nose
 Putting anything into your nostrils.
 A nose and/or face injury is common.
 There are two types of rhinitis: allergic and non-allergic
(inflammation of the nasal lining).
 Anticoagulant medications (aspirin, non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs, warfarin, and others).
 Cocaine and other narcotics are inhaled by the nose.
 Irritators chemical (chemicals in cleaning supplies, chemical fumes
at the workplace, other strong odors).
 Extreme heights. As the altitude rises, the air becomes thinner (due
to a lack of oxygen) and drier.
 Septum with a bend (an abnormal shape of the wall that separates
the two sides of the nose).
 Treatment of itchy, runny, or stuffy nose with nasal sprays and
drugs on a regular basis. Antihistamines and decongestants are two
drugs that can dry up the nasal mucosa.

Less prevalent factors that may become causes of nosebleeds are:
 Use of booze
 Hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, and leukemia are examples
of bleed disorders.
 Hypertension.
 Atherosclerosis.
 Cosmetic surgery of the face and nose.
 Tumors of the nose
 Polyps in the nose
 Thrombocytopenia is caused by the immune system.
 Leukemia.
 Hemorrhagic telangiectasia is a condition that is passed down
through the generations.
The more severe type of nosebleed usually starts in the back of the nose,
where there are more large blood vessels that can bleed (posterior
nosebleed). As the blood moves, it can go back toward the mouth and
throat, as well as out of the nose. Posterior nosebleeds are much less
common than anterior nosebleeds, but they need to be checked out right
away because they could be a sign of a bigger problem. Hypertension is
the most common cause of nosebleeds that are very bad. The nosebleed
could be a sign of an aneurysm or cancer that isn’t visible on the surface
of the nose. This medical condition definitely requires treatment for
nosebleeds.
Are nosebleeds serious?
Although seeing blood flowing out of your nose can be frightening, the
majority of nosebleeds are minor and don’t require any
professional treatment for nosebleeds and can be treated at home.
Later in this article, we will discuss the home treatment for nosebleeds.
Some, on the other hand, should be checked by a doctor. If you get
regular nosebleeds, for example, visit your doctor. This could be a

precursor to other medical issues that need to be looked at. The back of
the nose is where a few nosebleeds begin. Large blood vessels are
generally involved in these nosebleeds, which result in significant
bleeding and can be deadly. This type of bleed requires medical
treatment, especially if it occurs after an injury and the bleeding hasn’t
stopped after 20 minutes of direct pressure on your nose.
Are there different types of nosebleeds?
Yes. The location of the bleeding determines the type of nosebleed.
There are two types of nosebleeds, one of which is more severe than the
other.
An anterior nosebleed begins on the bottom section of the wall that
divides the two sides of the nose in the front of the nose (called the
septum). Capillaries and tiny blood vessels in the front part of the nasal
septum are brittle and easily break, causing bleeding. This is the most
frequent type of nosebleed, and it is usually not life-threatening.
Children are more likely to experience nosebleeds, which may typically
be managed at home.
A posterior nosebleed is a type of bleeding that occurs deep inside the
nose. A hemorrhage in larger blood vessels in the back section of the
nose near the throat causes this nosebleed. A posterior nosebleed can be
more dangerous than an anterior nosebleed. Heavy bleeding may occur,
which may pour down the back of the throat. This form of nosebleed
may necessitate immediate medical intervention. Adults are more likely
to experience this form of nosebleed.
Who suffers from nosebleeds?
A nosebleed can strike anyone at any time. The majority of people
during their lives will have at least one episode of nasal bleeding.
However, some people are more susceptible to nosebleeds than others.
They are as follows:

 Between the ages of two and ten. Children are more prone to
nosebleeds due to dry air, colds, allergies, and inserting fingers and
items into their noses.
 Adults aged 45 to 65 years old. In midlife and older adults, blood
may take longer to coagulate. They’re also more likely to be using
blood thinners (such as aspirin on a daily basis), have high blood
pressure, atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), or have a
bleeding disease.
 Women who are expecting a child. Pregnancy causes blood vessels
in the nose to expand, putting extra pressure on the delicate blood
vessels in the lining of the nose.
 Individuals who are receiving prescription anticoagulants like
aspirin or warfarin.
 People with clotting disorders like hemophilia or von Willebrand
disease.
How to prevent nosebleeds.

Listed below are the most common measures that may help you
to prevent nosebleeds:
 You should not pick your nose, and you should keep your
fingernails short. You should blow your nose as little as possible
and only very gently.
 It’s important to keep the air in your home moist.
 follow the directions on the bottle of nasal decongestants that come
with them if you want to keep your nose or head safe. Using too
many of these can cause nosebleeds.

 If you have nosebleeds a lot and can’t stop them, talk to your
doctor. They might send you to an ENT doctor to get checked out.
How to stop nosebleeds?
Not always you’ll be able to prevent nosebleeds. If a nosebleed already
happened there are some measures you can take to stop nosebleeds,
using home remedies and other natural approaches.

To stop nosebleeds follow the direction described below:
 Sit down and pinch the soft part of your nose, about halfway up the
nose. For at least 10-15 minutes, lean forward and breathe through
your mouth. This will drain blood into your nose instead of down
your throat.
 It’s better to put a towel over a frozen vegetable bag or ice pack on
your nose.
 It’s better to stand up than to lay on your back. This will lower the
pressure in your nose’s blood vessels, which should stop more
bleeding.
If the bleeding stops, you don’t usually need to see a doctor. Some
people may need more help from their doctor or in the hospital. If your
nosebleeds happen more than three to four times a week, or six or more
times in a month, even if you follow these tips, please see your doctor.
First aid to help someone to stop nosebleeds
 To help someone to stop a nosebleed, perform the following:
 Reassure the person, especially children, because crying makes the
blood flow faster.
 When you’re sitting someone down, put their head a little to the
side.
 When you have a cold, put your fingers and thumbs on the part of
your nose that is soft below the bridge of your nose for at least 10
minutes.
 During this time, help the person breathe through their mouth.
 Remove tight clothing from around the neck.
 You can put a cold cloth or cold pack on the person’s forehead and
one on their neck, especially on the sides of their neck.
 Ten minutes after you put pressure on your nose, check to see if
the bleeding has stopped.
 If bleeding doesn’t stop, get help from a doctor.

 At least for 15 minutes, tell the person not to sniff or blow their
nose. The rest of the day, tell them not to pick their nose at all.
Children may have a hard time not sniffing or blowing their noses
for a few hours when they have a nose full of clotted blood, which
is not very pleasant. A fifteen-minute period will at least give the
clot a chance to settle down.
Nosebleeds – DOs and DON’Ts.
You don’t have to be afraid of nosebleeds. If you know how to deal with
them at home, they aren’t very dangerous. Remember, that the treatment
for nosebleeds is not always necessary unless it happens too often and
causes the development of other medical conditions such as anemia,
dizziness, lightheadedness, vomiting, etc.
DO:
1. Keep yourself cool.
2. Calm down and relax
3. Lean forward. Do not swallow the blood that is in your mouth. Spit
it out.
4. 3 sprays of a decongestant nose spray, like Afrin, should be
sprayed into the side that is bloody.
5. Close the soft part of your nose.
6. It will take 10 minutes for you to keep your nose pinched. Check
the time with a clock. After a few minutes, don’t look to see if your
nose has stopped bleeding.
7. After 10 minutes, let go of your nose and let go of your hands.
Take a cotton ball and spray it with the nose spray. Place a cotton
ball in the bleeding nostril and pinch for 10 minutes, then let go of
the ball. It’s time to use a clock again.
8. For two days, do not blow your nose.
9. Make sure you take your blood pressure if it’s safe to do so. It can
happen if you have high blood pressure.
DON’T

1. Make sure you don’t put tissues or other household items in your
nose. This can make the bleeding even worse, and it can also make
it worse.
2. Do not bend your head back or lie down flat. This could make you
choke on blood. Blood in the stomach can make you feel sick to
your stomach and make you throw up.
3. Do not lift anything that is heavy, like groceries, or do any physical
activities or household chores, like vacuuming, while you are sick.
Do not pick up small children or babies. When you have a
nosebleed, it can take up to two whole weeks for your body to get
better.
When to go to the hospital to stop nose bleeding and to get
professional treatment for nosebleeds?

Getting a nosebleed isn’t always a big deal. There are, however, some
situations in which nosebleeds need to be treated quickly by a doctor:
 Blood that doesn’t stop after 30 minutes.
 People who have a lot of blood coming out of their noses and
down their throats.
 Bleeding that comes with other symptoms, like high blood
pressure, lightheadedness, chest pain, and/or a fast heart rate, may
need to be taken care of.

Home remedies for the treatment of nosebleeds
Most treatments for nosebleeds can be done at home, and there are many
ways to help yourself.
You can find a few things in your kitchen that may help stop your nose
from bleeding. There are a lot of foods that are high in Vitamin K, like
kale and spinach.
1. Vitamin K helps make collagen, which helps keep your nose moist.
This vitamin helps keep the blood vessels in good shape, which
makes them less likely to burst. If you want to get better for a long
time, a lot of vitamin K-rich foods can help. Green leafy
vegetables help blood clot.
2. Vitamin C is good for your body. Get enough vitamin C food
every day, and your blood vessels may be less likely to break and
cause a nose bleed. Vitamins C and K can help for a long time, but
they can’t help right away.
3. One of the best home remedies for bleeding is apple cider vinegar
because the acid in the vinegar helps to close the blood vessels,
which stops the bleeding. All you have to do is dip a cotton ball in
vinegar and put it in the nose for about five to 10 minutes. This
remedy should work on its own the first time you use it.
4. Saltwater: Dryness in the nasal membranes, especially in the
winter, is one of the most common causes of nose bleeding.
Saltwater helps. Saline water can be used to soothe and moisturize
the nasal membranes. To make something, put some water in a
bowl. Then stir it well. To moisten the inner lining of your nasal
passages, put a few drops in the back of your nose.
5. Red pepper: This is because cayenne is a cell stimulant and can
help regulate the pressure of blood flow. This means that it can
help get rid of the heavy pressure that comes from bleeding. A
teaspoon of cayenne powder mixed with warm water should be
taken as soon as the bleeding starts. Drink it up as soon as the
bleeding stops. That it helps stop the blood right away.

1. Nettle is on the list. When you need to stop bleeding, nettle leaf
can help. It’s an astringent, and it can also help your body move
blood. Nettle solution can help keep allergies from causing
nosebleeds, which is why it is good to use. Brew nettle leaf tea
with fresh leaves from the nettle plant. Once it has cooled down,
dip a cotton pad into the solution and put it on the nose. Keep it
there for five to 10 minutes until the bleeding stops, then remove it
and let it dry.
2. Lots of water: Dryness in the mucous membranes can cause nose
bleeds if you don’t drink enough water during the day. Make sure
you drink enough water during the day. It says this in the book
“Home Doctor, Natural Healing with Herbs and Spices,” by Dr.
P.S Phadke: “One should eat a lot of coriander leaves, mango
blossoms, and the juice of the soft kernel of a ripe mango seed for
nose bleeds.” If your nose starts to bleed a lot, you should go to the
doctor. These simple home remedies will keep your nose from
getting bloody if you put them to use.
Traditional Chines Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture treatment for
nosebleeds.
From the point of view of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM),
nosebleeds are usually caused by overheated blood, and nosebleeds that
happen a lot or are persistent may be a sign of an imbalance of Ying and
Yang inside the body.
Chinese medical doctors will look at the pattern of nosebleeds based on
the characteristics of the bleeding, such as how long it lasts, how much
blood there is, and how it looks and feels. They will then decide which
herbs and acupuncture points to use to cool the body down.
The main things that Chinese doctors look for are patterns.
Each detail in the pattern is important in order to choose the right
TCM treatment for nosebleeds.

Some people who have lung heat patterns also have a very dry nose and
throat, as well as a thirst. The first one is called “lung heat.” A feverish
feeling or coughing with a little phlegm could be signed. The tongue
may be red or yellow, and the pulse may be fast or “floating.” Many
times, this pattern shows up during the dry or allergy season.
Another pattern is a stomach heat pattern, and bleeding gums may also
be a sign. This is in addition to nosebleeds, which are another sign.
These things could happen to the patients: They might have bad breath,
swollen gums, and constipation. They might also drink a lot of water,
and they might be thirsty. Yellow and red may be on the tongue. The
pulse could be very quick. This is usually caused by a lot of spicy and
hot foods.
The last common pattern is a fire in the liver. These symptoms may be
present when someone has a nosebleed. They may also be present when
someone is having a headache or feeling dizzy. They may also be
present when someone has red eyes or a red face or a dry mouth. Yellow
and red may be on the tongue. The pulse may be tense and quick.
There is usually blood that is a bright red color when someone has a
nosebleed.
The nosebleeds that some women have may be linked to menstruation or
other changes in the body’s hormones. TCM thinks that nosebleeds are
mostly caused by overheated blood or a backward flow of Qi.
An experienced Chinese medical doctor and acupuncturist can tell the
difference between the different types of nosebleeds and come up with a
custom treatment plan that includes Chinese herb prescriptions and
acupuncture points.
It’s important to know that in Chinese Medicine and most other systems,
treatment for “nosebleed (epistaxis)” isn’t always focused on the
“nosebleed (epistaxis)” alone.

People who have a lot of nosebleeds should follow these Traditional
Chinese Medicine suggestions.
Remedies Methods
Topical applications of herbs (promote local
clotting of blood and stop bleeding)
Notoginseng, Puffballs, common B
tubers, carbonized hair, and natural in
some of the things that can stop bleed
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powder and put it away for now. Eac
take some powder with a cotton tip an
in your bleeding nose. Then, press fo
30 minutes and try to stop the bleed
Chinese medicine called Yun nan bai
also be used to help.
Ice packs.
People who want to stop their blood f
put an ice pack on their forehead, bri
the nose, or neck to make it easie
Foot care is important (induce blood
flowing downward and relieve stagnation in
the upper body)
Make a paste out of a clove of garlic
it on the middle of your feet (Ki1). K
there for four to six hours. If the ble
comes from the right nostril, paste on
foot; if the bleeding comes from th
nostril, paste on both feet. Rahmanian
figwort root, white mulberry root-ba
Achyranthes root should be made.
should be boiled with 3000ml of wat
used to soak the feet in, then rinsed o
warm water.
For people who have a tendency to get nosebleeds, it is important to
maintain a healthy lifestyle. People who stay up all night, drink alcohol,

smoke, or are stressed can easily have another nosebleed. If you want to
stay healthy, you should avoid hot and spicy foods and eat a lot of cool
foods like Chinese cabbage and tomatoes. You should also avoid water
chestnuts and eggplant. Some recipes are good to eat every day:
 Fresh lotus root juice should be about 100-150ml. Add 15-30g of
honey, and stir it all together well.
 There are 3 grams of mulberry leaf and 60 grams of couch
grass rhizome, as well as 5 grams of licorice root. Make tea with
them and drink it every day.
 With couch grassroots (60g) and sugar cane, boil 1000ml water,
and drink it every day.
 Black soybeans (50g), longan aril (15g), and red dates (50g): Boil
with 800ml of water for 30 minutes, then eat them in the morning
and at night, as well as in the morning. This is especially true for
people who have long-term health problems.
 You can put 15g of Yerbadetajo herb in 500ml of water, as well as
8-10 red dates. Boil for 20 minutes, then let it cool down. This tea
is especially good for people who have long-term health problems.
 Pig’s feet and red dates: Prepare 500g of red dates, 600g of pig’s
feet, 30g of four-leaf lady bell root, and 30g of wolfberry berries
for the recipe (20g). Make sure everything is clean. Then cut the
pig’s feet into small pieces. Putting everything in a pot with
1000ml of water quickly makes it boil quickly. Salt, millet wine,
ginger, and pepper are added to taste. Return the pot to a low
simmer and let the meat stew until it is fully tender. Eat this stew
five days before your period starts to help your body get ready for
it. It is good for people who have nosebleeds during menstruation
because they have lung and kidney problems. Lily bulbs,
 Solomonseal roots and the tubers of common Bletilla should be
ready. One egg and one tablespoon of flour should also be ready
(poached and peeled). Boil the first two herbs in 500ml of water
for 30 minutes. Then, remove the herbs and add the egg and herbal
powder, stir well, and add sugar to taste. Serve the soup warm. Eat
the egg and drink the tea. It is good for people who have

nosebleeds during menstruation because they have lung and kidney
problems.
 The combination of 30g of dried lilies, 30g of couch grass
rhizome, 10g of self-healing fruit spike, and 10g of water chestnuts
inside (30g). They should be washed, cut, or peeled into the right
size. Put all the ingredients in a pot with 1000ml of water and bring
to a boil. Boil for 30 minutes, then add sugar to taste and serve
warm. During menstruation, it is good for people who have
nosebleeds.
Homeopathic remedies for nosebleeds treatment
Homeopathy as a method of treatment for nosebleeds is very good at
getting rid of a person’s tendency to epistaxis. For a complete cure,
medicines try to fix the root cause of the nose bleed. People who have
epistaxis should take Hamamelis, Phosphorus, Arnica, Millefolium, and
Carbo Veg. These are the best medicines to use to treat it.
1. When you have Epistaxis, Hamamelis is the best medicine for you
to take.
Hamamelis is a very good medicine for epistaxis that helps to stop
nosebleeds. It works well for bleeding from many parts of the body,
including the nose. Hamamelis can be very helpful when the blood is
dark and can’t be clotted. There is also soreness in the nose, which
comes along with the nose bleeding. Because of how hard it is to
breathe, there is pressure and tightness at the root of the nose. People
who need Hamamelis also show signs of exhaustion and weakness, as
well as nosebleeds.
1. Phosphorus – For Bright Red Blood.
Phosphorus is one of the best medicines to stop nosebleeds from
different parts of the body. It is just as good at stopping bleeding as
Hamamelis. Phosphorus is used to treat bright red nasal bleeding.
Phosphorus helps cut down on the chances of having epistaxis episodes

again and again. When there is bleeding from nasal polyps, Phosphorus
is often used because it can help the person recover completely.
Phosphorus is good for people who have nosebleeds because they have a
lot of nasal catarrhs.
1. Crocus Sativus.
If you have dark or black, thick blood, this is the right homeopathic
remedy for you.
If your nose is bleeding dark or black and there are long, thin lines of
blood, Crocus Sativus is another very good medicine. When the nasal
blood is dark or black, Crocus Sativus can help. Viscid strings that hang
down the nose in the form of thread or rope can also help. There is also a
lot of physical weakness and tiredness with the nose bleeding. Patients
who need Crocus Sativus may also faint. Epistaxis episodes that happen
in the summer or in hot weather can be treated with Crocus Sativus. It
helps to stop nosebleeds that happen quickly, as well as a person’s
tendency to have epistaxis spells that happen again and again in hot
weather.
It is used when someone hurts their nose and needs to get their nose
cleaned.
1. Arnica is a very good treatment for epistaxis caused by an
injury. Arnica, also known as Leopard’s Bane, is a natural
medicine for people who have been hurt. Find it in the first-aid kits
of homeopaths everywhere. Arnica must be given to people who
have epistaxis because of an injury, a fall, or a blow to the nose. It
is very good medicine for stopping bleeding. It can be repeated a
lot at short intervals. As soon as the nose feels sore and bruised,
you can use arnica to make it feel better. Arnica is also good for
people who have typhoid fever and have nosebleeds because they
were hurt.

2. When you have epistaxis that comes up on a regular basis, Carbo
Vegetabilis is the best thing for you!
Carbo Vegetabilis is the best treatment for nosebleeds in people who
have a lot of nosebleeds very often. There has been a lot of blood loss,
which makes the patient’s face look pale. The body is wet and cold.
People who have a lot of blood loss also have a low sense of well-being
and energy, and they may even pass out because of this. They feel better
in the cold air. Carbo Veg helps keep epistaxis attacks from happening
too often, and it also helps people who have nosebleeds every day to get
back their energy and vitality.
1. Melilotus – For Headaches that are relieved by nasal bleeding, this
is the one.
It’s best to take Melilotus homeopathic medicine if nasal bleeding helps
relieve headaches that are congested. People who need Melilotus for
the treatment of nosebleeds have violent, throbbing, and congested
headaches. Along with a headache, the face turns red and flushes. When
there is nasal bleeding, the headache and flushing of the face go away. A
lot of red blood can be seen in this case.
1. When you have blood that is black and thick, you can use Lachesis
to help you get rid of it.
Lachesis is an important anti-hemorrhagic remedy that is used to treat
people who have a lot of bleeding problems. For epistaxis, Lachesis is
good if there is a lot of blood coming from the nose in the form of black,
thick blood. Besides being disgusting, blood can also be a bad thing.
Some people also say that their blood is acrid, which makes their lips
and noses itch and hurt.
Holistic treatments for nosebleeds in Philadelphia
Keep in mind that epistaxis (nasal bleeding) could be a symptom of
serious medical conditions and cause significant loss of blood. As we

mentioned earlier in this article this medical condition usually doesn’t
require professional medical treatment for nosebleeds and can be
managed by an individual, however, if nosebleeds happen often – sick
professional care.
Holistic and naturopathic treatment for nosebleeds is highly effective
and safe. For the naturopathic epistaxis treatment, contact Philadelphia
Holistic Clinic and schedule an appointment for a holistic evaluation
with Dr. Tsan. Based on physical examination and computerized testing
performed at the clinic, Victor Tsan, MD will go into the core of the
problem and propose the most effective treatment approach.

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