There are numerous causes of nosebleeds but by far, the most common causes are from trauma, dryness and irritation. Contrary to popular belief, hypertension is not felt to cause nose bleeds but uncontrolled blood pressure can prolong a nose bleed.

There are things beyond hard nose blowing and picking that can also cause nosebleeds. Some can be quite serious, such as tumors in the nose, which is something you should have checked immediately if you suffer from chronic nosebleeds. Other causes include high blood pressure, blood diseases, measles, and rheumatic fever. It is important to know that in most cases of nosebleeds, the cause is not serious. Also, nosebleeds are commonly caused by a blow to the nose. This is a very easy area to damage as there is not a lot of protection there. And finally, nosebleeds are common in places where the air is very dry and you’re breathing in this dry air constantly.

In most cases, unless the causes are serious, preventing nosebleeds is very easy. Blow your nose gently for starters, blowing just one side at a time while pressing your finger against the other side. Also, don’t pick at your nose. If this is a habit. find a way to break it. If you live in a dry air environment, get a humidifier for you home. This will put some moisture into the air.

If you do get a nosebleed, there are some simple ways to stop them.

• pinch the nose for at least 10 minutes;  do not let go at all during that period of time;
• put an icepack on the back of the neck;
• always lean forward otherwise the blood will trickle down the back of your throat;
• try to keep calm and not panic;
• you might want to roll some toilet paper up and pack the nostril and leave it in for a while;

After a nosebleed you have to be careful for 12 hours at least. Don’t lift heavy objects. Don’t take aspirin or other medications that thin the blood. Do not smoke or be exposed to dry climate, as this will cause further irritation in the nasal membranes. Instead, choose a moist environment to keep your nose moist as well. You can use a humidifier if the indoor atmosphere is too dry. Also do not pick your nose or force objects in it.

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