Causes of nosebleeds harmless?

Nosebleeds: harmless flow? Especially in the age of medical examination important

08/10/2013

There are hardly any more unpleasant situations: when suddenly and unexpectedly a bright red trickle flows from the nose. At some point, everyone has nosebleeds. While this is often harmless in children, adults who suffer more often should have symptoms checked out by an ear, nose and throat doctor, according to the HNOnet NRW, an association of established ENT doctors. In addition to damage to blood vessels, high blood pressure, harmless malformations nosebleeds may in rare cases also originate from a malignant ulcer. If bleeding lasts for more than a few minutes, you can now stop it quickly and sustainably with various methods.

The sudden flow from the nose has different causes in children and adults. „In children, a dry or irritated nasal mucous membrane in the front part of the nose is usually responsible for nosebleeds“, explains Dr. Uso Walter, Duisburg ENT doctor and CEO of HNOnet NRW: „As a result, the mucous membrane is cracked and the blood vessels come to the surface“. Especially in the offspring, the vessels are easily damaged easily: by injuries and colds - but sometimes by popelnde children's fingers. Most of the time, blood flow will dry up after a few minutes. A cold washcloth on the back of the neck causes injured blood vessels to contract and stop bleeding faster. Since it usually bleeds very far in front of the nose, also helps to keep the corresponding nose side. This suppresses the source of bleeding. The head should be held forward to avoid nausea due to blood in the stomach. However, if the blood flow does not go down, an emergency treatment is indicated to the ENT specialist. „Usually then introduced into the nose introduced tamponades. Also, chemical burns or scalding with electricity, cold or medication can stop the bleeding“, thinks Dr. Walter.

In adults, the nosebleed may also be due to vascular bleeding in the posterior part of the nose. Concomitant diseases such as high blood pressure and dehydrating or blood-thinning medications also play an important role here. In addition, as they age, the vessels lose elasticity and are more susceptible to dry, cold air, or runny nose. If the blood not only dribbles but flows properly, sufferers should introduce themselves to an ENT specialist. Tumors in the nose also lead to bleeding. Although they are rare, they are treated early for complete healing. „Especially if regular nosebleeds with a one-sided obstruction of nasal breathing occurs, this should be clarified by a doctor“, clarifies Walter. (Pm)