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TurkishNosebleeds, also called epistaxis, are commonly encountered in the community. Sometimes it can occur due to very simple reasons, and sometimes the underlying causes of nosebleeds can indicate very serious health problems. Although nosebleeds are annoying problems, they usually do not cause any fearful consequences. Nevertheless, it is important to have the necessary checks done.
What Causes Nosebleeds?
Nosebleeds are examined in two different groups: anterior bleeding and posterior bleeding. The reason for the occurrence of both groups is different. Anterior bleeding is caused by the wall called the septum, which is located in the middle of the nose and separates the two holes of the nose. Since there are very sensitive blood vessels on this wall, it is easy to damage. Anterior bleeding is also referred to as local or localized bleeding. Posterior nosebleeds, which are less common in the community, are more common in the elderly. The source of bleeding is usually an artery located at the back of the nose. Posterior nosebleeds, which should be considered as a symptom of serious disorders, can sometimes occur not from the nose, but from the nasal passages or throat.
Causes of Frontal Nosebleeds
- Strong sniffing or harsh blowing of the nose,
- Picking the inside of the nose with a sharp nail,
- The blows received here, nose fractures
- Inserting a foreign object into the nose,
- Deviated septum, also called deviated septum, is a curved or irregular cartilage structure for the nose,
- Flu, hay fever, allergies or colds,
- Upper respiratory tract infections,
- Sinusitis
- Nasal congestion due to infection,
- High altitude,
- Use of substances such as cocaine or snuff,
- Some medicines for long-term continued use.
Causes of Rear Nosebleeds
- Exposure to irritant chemicals,
- Atherosclerosis or arteriosclerosis,
- Tumor formation in the nasal cavity,
- Hypertension (high blood pressure),
- Previous nose surgeries,
- Blood thinners,
- Blood clotting abnormalities similar to hemophilia,
- Diabetes
- Vitamin K deficiency,
- Alcohol use,
- Liver diseases.
In these cases, be sure to consult a doctor!
- If nosebleeds recur very often,
- If bruises occur very easily on the body,
- Blood not only in the nose but also in the urine or stool,
- If you are taking blood thinners,
- If you have a condition that directly affects blood clotting, such as liver or kidney disease or hemophilia,
- If you have undergone or are undergoing chemotherapy,
- Bleeding persists for more than 10 minutes despite applying pressure,
- If you feel dizzy or feel like you are drunk,
- You are short of breath or your heart beats faster than normal,
- If you have a high fever,
- You have problems such as nausea and vomiting,
- If you have started to develop rashes on your body.
Even if you are experiencing only one of these problems, you should definitely consult a doctor so that the necessary tests can be carried out and other underlying causes can be identified and treated. Because sometimes even a problem that you do not care about at all can turn into a serious problem that can be life-threatening.
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