Stop a Nosebleed
Treating a bloody nose incorrectly can prolong the bleeding and make things worse. Follow these steps to stop a nosebleed. The most common causes of nosebleeds are dry air and nose picking. That’s only part of the dangerous reason not to pick your nose. Still, nosebleed causes could be anything from allergies or the common cold to chronic congestion or a sinus infection, according to Mayo Clinic. Very occasionally, nosebleeds (known by the medical term epistaxis) are a sign of underlying illness or injury. Very rarely, a bloody nose can be life-threatening, especially in older people. Here’s what you need to know about how to stop a nosebleed.