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May 31, 2016 · Overview. When your child suddenly has blood pouring from their nose, it can be startling. Apart from the urgency to contain the blood, you may be wondering how in the world the nosebleed...
Feb 25, 2019 · Nosebleeds are common in children but usually short-lived and rarely a cause for concern. Learn when to see a doctor, how to treat a nosebleed at home, and what factors can irritate the blood vessels in the nose.
Learn what causes nosebleeds in children, how to treat them, and how to prevent them. Find out when to see a healthcare provider and what to do in an emergency.
A nosebleed is bleeding from tissues inside the nose (nasal mucus membranes) caused by a broken blood vessel. Most nosebleeds in children occur in the front part of the nose close to the nostrils.
Nosebleeds are common in kids 3 to 10 years old, and most are caused by nose-picking or dry air. Learn how to stop a nosebleed, when to call the doctor, and how to prevent them with tips from Nemours KidsHealth.
Nosebleeds are very common in children. A nosebleed (also called epistaxis) occurs when a small blood vessel in the lining of the nose bursts. The inside of the nose is delicate and the small blood vessels are fragile and close to the surface. This means they can burst easily, and start bleeding.
The nosebleeds that are most common in kids usually happen near the front of the nose, on the wall separating the two sides of the nose (the septum), and usually start from just one nostril.
