Health Tip: Why is My Nose Bleeding?
(HealthDay News) -- Nosebleeds are common in many people, often because of a respiratory illness or dry conditions.
The University of Maryland Medical Center offers this list of typical reasons for nosebleeds:
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Nasal allergies.
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Blowing your nose too hard or trying to remove something from inside the nose.
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A result of "popping" the ear.
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Nasal exposure to chemicals.
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Frequent sneezing or having an upper respiratory infection.
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Use of nasal spray or a blood-thinning drug, such as aspirin.
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Inhaling air that is extremely dry or cold.
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Having recent surgery on the nose or elsewhere on the face.
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Breaking the nose or a similar injury.
Date Last Reviewed:
5/21/2009
Date Last Modified:
5/21/2009