Epistaxis Definition Epistaxis is the medical term for nosebleed. It usually happens when the blood drains out of the nostrils. Information on Epistaxis Nose bleeds are not that fatal and only accounts for 4 out of 2.4 million deaths in different cases in the last decade. If death occurs, it usually happens from hypovolemia or loss of blood volume in the body. Epistaxis does not choose a particular sex and age. It usually peaks for those people at the age of 2-10 and 50 to 80 years old. Less than 10% meanwhile seek medical attention from professionals. There are two types of epistaxis: anterior epistaxis and posterior epistaxis. Among the [...]
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How to prevent and treat nosebleeds in children and kids
by on 08. Dec, 2009 in Children's Health
Among all age groups of people, children are more prone to bleeding of nose (Epistaxis). And this article will explain you how to stop, prevent, treat and manage nosebleeds in children and kids. The common causes for nosebleeds (Epistaxis) in children are – Nose picking, nose blowing, allergy or cold, heated and dry indoor air which makes inner side of the nose crusted, cracked and itch. Instructions Step 1 Make the bleeding child to sit down, take a face cloth or handkerchief and hold their nostrils. If you feel that child is old enough them try to teach them where and how to hold their nose in this situation. Step [...]
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