Why does kidney cancer cause nosebleeds?
Disease description:
I have kidney cancer and have recently experienced nosebleeds. I'm concerned that this might be caused by the kidney cancer. Why do nosebleeds occur in kidney cancer?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The causes of nosebleeds in patients with kidney cancer are diverse, including both a decline in blood coagulation function directly related to kidney cancer and common nasal diseases or injuries.
1. Patients with kidney cancer may experience reduced blood clotting function, which can lead to nosebleeds when proper precautions are not taken.
2. Nosebleeds may also be related to common causes such as trauma, coagulation disorders, rhinitis, or nasal cavity tumors. Among these, coagulation abnormalities can lead to spontaneous bleeding from the nasal mucosa; conditions such as rhinitis or nasal cavity tumors may cause nosebleeds due to inflammatory stimulation or tumor involvement.
When experiencing nosebleeds, patients should seek timely medical attention to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate targeted treatment.
