Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds

The nosebleed is a common evil, which can have quite different origins. It is commonplace in a child who has just put his fingers in his nose, but it becomes much more disturbing if it occurs after a blow on the head

   In all cases, the questioning of the victim and the local review will assess the severity of this bleeding.
How to react

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Bleeding from the nose or epistaxis occurs, most commonly, either spontaneously or after direct trauma to the nose.

What to do is simple, just press with his finger on the bleeding nostril for at least 10 minutes holding his head bent forward.

For the comfort of the victim, it is desirable to have it sit, elbow propped on a table or on the armrest of a chair.

In support of digital relays, one can use small wadding hemostatic and healing properties sold in pharmacies.

Using an ice cube placed at the root of the nose can also help stop bleeding.

If despite these initial steps, the bleeding continues, call the doctor.
To avoid this



At no time does it take the victim lie or lean his head back. Indeed, in this position, blood flows into the rear throat which can cause vomiting and do not allow the formation of a clot.
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It is essential to consult a doctor:

     * If a nosebleed occurs after a shock or a blow to the head;
     * If bleeding continues, after performing CPR and first aid;
     * If the patient is being treated for hypertension;
     * If it has other symptoms (headache, vomiting ...);
     * In cases of recurrent nosebleed.

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Warning: The only way to properly perform this type of gesture is to have previously received training in first aid certified.