Why does the nose suddenly bleed?

Causes and treatments for nosebleeds

Patients should pay attention to their diet and choose more foods that "clear the lungs and cool the blood", especially in summer. . It is better to use drugs that can kill and remove internal and external toxins, cool blood and heat, and clear dry fire in the lungs.

Nosebleeds in hot weather are not caused by internal heat

Intense internal heat is not the cause of nosebleeds. Some people feel that their nasal passages are starting to feel a little dry and there is blood in their nasal mucus; in severe cases, their noses suddenly start to bleed and they can't stop it. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that nosebleeds are caused by the upward flow of Qi and blood. The nose belongs to the lung orifice, and symptoms in the nose are generally closely related to abnormalities in the lungs, liver and other parts of the body. When a person's qi and blood rise, especially when the lung qi is hot, people will have nosebleeds. When lung qi is overheated, a person's eyes may also have blood or hemorrhage. The causes of internal heat and nosebleeds are the same, both are caused by the reverse flow of qi and blood, but internal heat is not the cause of nosebleeds.

Bleeding from the nose is related to hot weather and dryness of the nasal cavity. When the nasal cavity is too dry, the capillaries in it can rupture, causing bleeding. From a clinical point of view, 90% of nosebleeds are vascular bleeding caused by blood vessel rupture. Patients should not be too nervous about this. In most cases, they can handle it by themselves and stop the bleeding in time.

When the nose bleeds, you can block the nose with a sanitary tampon, and tilt the head back to stop the bleeding as soon as possible. At the same time, you can also apply a cool towel on your forehead or nose to lower the temperature of your head and nose to reduce bleeding symptoms. If there is excessive bleeding in the nasal cavity and it is difficult to stop, you should see a doctor in time.

Nosebleeds should be treated on a case-by-case basis

Some cases of nosebleeds require special attention.

The weather is hot and dry, and when people are angry, angry, or even not well rested, their Qi and blood may flow upward, causing nasal bleeding. In addition, drinking alcohol and eating too much spicy food may also cause lung heat and cause nosebleeds. In addition, exposure to the sun can cause blood vessels in the head to dilate, causing nose bleeding.

Nose bleeding, in addition to the dry climate, is also related to the age of the person. When the weather is dry, it is easy for the elderly to have bloodshot noses. If an elderly person suddenly has a lot of nose bleeding that is difficult to stop, he should suspect that he has high blood pressure and it is best to go to the hospital for a check-up.

Nosebleeds in young people are also related to fatigue, exercise, etc. Under normal circumstances, patients with these bleeding symptoms can stop the bleeding on their own. However, those who suddenly have nosebleeds without warning should go to the hospital for a check-up to rule out pathological changes such as nasal tumors as early as possible.

How to prevent nosebleeds

Under normal circumstances, bleeding from ruptured blood vessels in the nasal cavity does not require special treatment. Since nose bleeding is related to lung heat, people should try to avoid situations that cause lung heat in their diet and life. Drink less alcohol, eat less spicy food, and eat less food that may generate heat. On the contrary, you can eat more foods that can clear away heat and reduce internal heat, such as bitter melon, mung bean soup, watermelon, and cold drinks. Take 3 grams of winter mulberry leaves, add Imperata cogongrass root and Ophiopogon japonicus, and add some licorice appropriately, soak it in water and drink it, which can achieve the purpose of clearing away heat and reducing fire.

Tips for self-treatment

Nosebleeds

1. Blow out the blood clots before stopping the bleeding to avoid

The wound cannot be closed and the bleeding cannot be stopped

2. Wet cotton with decongestant or nasal spray.

Putting it into the nostril can help stop bleeding. White vinegar is also suitable

< p>3. Pinch part of the nose meat with your fingers and keep pressing for five to seven minutes, which can help stop bleeding

4. Sit up straight to prevent blood from flowing to the throat

5. Ice application can promote blood vessel contraction and reduce bleeding

6. After the blood coagulates, blood clots and scabs will form. It is best not to pick your nose at this time to avoid

peeling off the scabs and causing nosebleeds. Recurrence

7. Apply antibiotic or steroid ointment to relieve itching and prevent mucus from drying out and hardening

8. Supplement iron to help hematopoiesis in the body

9. Aspirin may interfere with blood clotting. If you are prone to nosebleeds, it is best to use less aspirin

10. In addition, doctors recommend eating less foods rich in salicylic acid, including coffee. , tea, almonds

Fruits, apples, apricots, blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, mint, cherries, grapes

, raisins, peaches, plums, tomatoes and cucumbers

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11. Control blood pressure and choose low-fat and low-cholesterol foods

12. Increase air humidity

13. Supplement vitamin C

14 .Choose oral contraceptives carefully, and it is best to discuss with your doctor

15. Quit smoking to avoid drying out the nasal mucosa and causing nosebleeds