{"id":3792,"date":"2019-07-01T19:05:00","date_gmt":"2019-07-01T19:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vistasolmedicalgroup.com\/?p=3792"},"modified":"2019-07-01T19:05:02","modified_gmt":"2019-07-01T19:05:02","slug":"when-to-see-a-doctor-if-a-child-has-a-nosebleed%ef%bb%bf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vistasolmedicalgroup.com\/when-to-see-a-doctor-if-a-child-has-a-nosebleed%ef%bb%bf\/","title":{"rendered":"When to see a doctor if a child has a nosebleed\ufeff"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Nosebleeds are common in children but are usually short-lived and rarely a cause for concern. Persistent, recurring, or very heavy bleeding may, however, require medical attention.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Doctors refer to nosebleeds as epistaxis. Approximately 60 percent of people will experience a nosebleed at some point during their life. However, nosebleeds occur most commonly in children aged between 2 and 10 years and in older people aged 50 to 80 years.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Although the bleeding can sometimes be alarming, only about 10 percent of nosebleeds are serious enough to require medical treatment.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In this article, we explain what to do when a child’s nose starts bleeding and when to see a doctor. We also discuss medical treatments, causes, and tips for prevention.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n What to do<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A person can usually treat a child’s nosebleed at home. It is important to stay calm because most nosebleeds are short-lived and do not indicate a serious problem.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n To treat a child with a nosebleed:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not fill the child’s nose with gauze or tissue and avoid spraying anything into the nose.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When to see a doctor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Children with nosebleeds do not typically require medical attention. Most nosebleeds are short-lived, and it is usually possible to treat the child at home.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n However, talk to a doctor if the nosebleeds:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A nosebleed requires urgent medical attention if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Medical treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Children with severe nosebleeds should see a healthcare professional, who will try to stop the bleeding.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Treatment options for nosebleeds include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n After stopping the bleeding, a doctor will examine the child to determine the cause. In some cases, the child may require surgery to fix a problem with the blood vessels in the nose.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Causes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n An injury or blow to the face can irritate blood vessels in the nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most nosebleeds are anterior nosebleeds, which means that the bleeding occurs in the front, soft part of the nose. This area of the nose contains many small blood vessels that can rupture and bleed if they become irritated or inflamed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Posterior nosebleeds develop in the rear of the nose and rarely occur in children. This type of nosebleed tends to be heavier, and it can be more difficult to stop the bleeding.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Irritation of the blood vessels is a common cause of anterior nosebleeds. Several things can irritate the blood vessels in the nose, including:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Less common causes of nosebleeds in children can include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Prevention tips<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it may not be possible to prevent all nosebleeds in children, a person can take steps to help reduce their occurrence. These include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nosebleeds are a common occurrence in young children and rarely a cause for concern. A person can usually treat the bleeding at home by applying continuous, gentle pressure to the soft part of the child’s nose for around 10 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Call 911 or take the child to the emergency room if they seem dizzy or weak or if they pass out. It is also necessary to seek immediate medical attention if the bleeding is very heavy, does not stop after 20 minutes, or occurs after a fall or head injury.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Most nosebleeds in children are due to dry air, nose picking, nasal allergies, or other factors that irritate the delicate blood vessels in the front of the nose.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A person should consult a doctor or pediatrician if the child has frequent nosebleeds or has recently started taking a new medication.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n