Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, refer to the fragile capillaries in the nostrils, which cause blood to flow out of the nostrils after the blood vessels are damaged. It is a difficult medical condition.

There are many causes of nosebleeds, including nasal trauma, dry scabs on the mucous membranes, damage from acid and alkali foreign bodies, overheating in the sun, excessive drinking, etc. Frequent nosebleeds are a complication of the cardiovascular system, internal organs, various infections, blood disorders and other diseases. Many people often think that nosebleeds are caused by problems with the nose itself. In fact, this is a bit of a headache for doctors. Frequent nosebleeds should be diagnosed dialectically.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that nosebleeds are caused by the upward flow of Qi and blood. The nose belongs to the lung orifice, and symptoms in the nose are generally closely related to abnormalities in the lungs, liver and other parts of the body. When a person's qi and blood rise, especially when the lung qi is hot, people will have nosebleeds. When lung qi is overheated, a person's eyes may also have blood or hemorrhage. The causes of internal heat and nosebleeds are the same. They are both caused by the reverse flow of qi and blood. They can be treated with prescriptions such as [Qili Decoction]. Qili Decoction is an ancient Chinese medicine prescription. It has a good regulating effect on nosebleeds and other symptoms caused by kidney yin deficiency and excessive liver fire. It can be fundamentally treated, or the prescription can be powdered and brewed into tea.

How to stop a nosebleed

When a nosebleed occurs, most people are accustomed to tilting their heads back with their nostrils pointing upward. Not only is it difficult to stop the bleeding, but the tilted back position will also cause the inside of the nasal cavity to bleed. The outflowing blood flows backward to the throat due to posture and gravity, and will be swallowed into the esophagus and gastrointestinal tract, stimulating the gastrointestinal mucosa to cause discomfort or vomiting. When the amount of bleeding is large, it can easily be inhaled into the trachea and lungs, causing danger.

Correct method: Maintain a normal upright or slightly forward posture and apply pressure to stop bleeding. Even if a small amount of clot blocks the nasal cavity, it doesn't matter. The clotting substances in the clot can help blood clot. Rushing to blow it out can easily lead to further bleeding. Of course, if the bleeding is large, seek medical attention promptly.