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Nosebleeds
Very few nosebleeds last longer than 10-15 minutes if they
are correctly managed. Although they look very dramatic they
are rarely harmful and very few need to be seen by the
doctor.
To stop the bleeding...
Sit up leaning forwards to stop the blood running down the
back of your throat. Breathe through your moth. Pinch your
nose halfway up just below wear the bone stops and the
cartilage (the gristly bit) starts. Keep on pinching for at
least 5 minutes after the bleeding has stopped. Resist the
temptation to stop pinching early or to rub the inside of
the nose.
When to see your doctor...
Patients taking warfarin, or other blood thinning tablets,
and those with any blood clotting disorders should contact
their doctor if they have any bleeding. If the bleeding
continues for more than thirty minutes, contact your doctor
for advice. If you have more than three nosebleeds in a
week, arrange a visit to your doctor.
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