What should I do if my nose is dry, itchy, and bleeding?
Feb 21, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
1. When experiencing nasal bleeding (epistaxis), remain calm and avoid panic. The blood vessels in the nose are typically capillaries, so bleeding is usually minimal.
2. Apply cold compresses to help stop the bleeding. You may use an ice pack; if unavailable, soak a towel in cold water, wring it out, and place it over the nose.
Nasal dryness, itching, and bleeding are clinically most commonly observed in patients with allergic rhinitis, often accompanied by nasal mucosal erosion, ulceration, and bleeding. So what should one do when experiencing nasal dryness, itching, and bleeding? Below, we address this question.
What to Do for Nasal Dryness, Itching, and Bleeding
If you experience nasal dryness, itching, and bleeding, consider the following measures:
1. When experiencing nasal bleeding, remain calm and avoid panic. The blood vessels in the nose are typically capillaries, so bleeding volume is usually minimal and poses no immediate threat to life. It is recommended to first insert a clean piece of cotton or tissue into the affected nostril.
2. Some individuals instinctively tilt their head backward after nasal bleeding occurs; however, the correct action is actually the opposite—bend forward (i.e., lower your head). Additionally, apply cold compresses to help stop the bleeding. You may use an ice pack; if unavailable, soak a towel in cold water, wring it out, and place it over the nose. This helps constrict nasal blood vessels and thereby control bleeding.
3. Apply digital pressure to stop the bleeding: Use your index finger and thumb to firmly press the soft part of the nasal bridge (the nasal root) for approximately one to two minutes. This pressure promotes blood clot formation, and once a clot forms, further bleeding will cease.
The above outlines practical steps to manage nasal dryness, itching, and bleeding. We hope this information proves helpful to you.
