Nasal Bleeding in Dubai

Nosebleed, also called Epistaxis, occurs when blood vessels in the nasal lining burst and start bleeding from the nasal passage. About 60% of people experience nosebleeds at least once in their lifetime. However, only 6% of nosebleeds are critical.

Most nosebleeds can be treated at home; however, a few cases require serious medical attention. Nasal bleeding can occur for various reasons. The doctor makes a thorough diagnosis to outline a treatment plan for nasal bleeding in Dubai. 

Symptoms of Nosebleeds

The most obvious symptom of nosebleeds is blood coming out of the nose. But sometimes, the person may feel the sensation of liquid flowing at the back of the throat.

When should you consult a doctor for nosebleeds?

Nosebleeds are serious when

  • Nosebleeds for more than 20 minutes
  • A lot of blood is lost in less time
  • Nasal bleeding starts after a head injury or serious accident
  • The person vomits blood after swallowing blood from the back of the throat.

 

Also, you must consult a doctor if

  • Nosebleeds frequently
  • Nosebleed after taking certain medication 
  • You take blood thinning medication, and your nose bleeds.
  • Your nose bleeds, and you notice an unusual bruising all over your body.
Nose bleeding treatment in Dubai

What causes Nosebleeds?

Nosebleeds can occur due to:

  • Nose picking
  • Deviated septum
  • Taking blood-thinning drugs
  • Exposing to chemical irritants
  • Injury to the nose, face, or head
  • Inhaling spurious drugs (cocaine)
  • Rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal lining)
  • Cold, sinusitis, or repeated sneezing, coughing, and nose blowing
  • Going to high altitudes (The air is thinner with lesser oxygen at altitudes)
  • Usage of nasal sprays that contain antihistamines and decongestants frequently.

Diagnosis

Typically, nosebleeds stop in a few minutes, but you must consult a doctor if it is not manageable. When you visit Dr. Peter Baptista to consult for your nosebleed, he will physically examine your nose and ask you a few questions about

  • Duration of bleeding
  • Amount of blood loss
  • Any recent accident, head injury
  • Whether you take blood-thinning medications

He will remove the crust of blood clots from the nostrils and check whether the bleeding starts again. He will further order some more tests such as X-rays, CT scans, or blood tests to check for bleeding disorders, blood vessel abnormalities, or nasal tumors.

Treatment

The treatment depends on the diagnosis and cause of nasal bleeding. The treatment will comprise 

Medications

The doctor might ask you to stop or reduce the dosage of blood thinning medications. He might prescribe Tranexamic, a medication to clot blood.

Nasal Packing

The doctor may apply nasal gauze (special nasal sponges) to stop bleeding. The Ssponge is removed after 24 to 48 hours by the doctor.

Cauterization

This process involves chemicals or mild electric current to burn and seal the bleeding blood vessel in the nose. Local anesthesia is sprayed into the nostril to numb the inner nose, and then cauterization is done.

Surgery

Surgical repair of a broken nose or deviated septum that causes the nosebleed. The doctor can also recommend surgery to remove nasal obstructions, blood clots, or tumors that cause bleeding. It is done under the influence of anesthesia.

Ligation

In this treatment, the bleeding blood vessel is tied off to stop bleeding. It is done under anesthesia. The surgical procedures are performed endoscopically without the need for an external scar in the face.

Dr. Peter Baptista is a very professional ENT specialist with experience in treating nasal bleeding in Dubai. Although nasal bleeding is a common problem, the correct diagnosis is immensely important for treating nasal bleeding. Consult Dr Peter Baptista if you are getting serious symptoms of nasal bleeding.