Nosebleeds are very common, resulting either from persistent probing, an injury, infection of the mucous membrane, or from drying and crusting. Injury or infection which damages the moist lining of the nose can quite easily rupture tiny local blood vessels and cause bleeding; more often, bleeding occurs for no apparent reason. There is some association between nosebleeds and high alcohol intake.
TREATMENT
Traditional Home and Folk Remedies
Lemon is a natural styptic. Place a drop in the offending nostril, on the end of a cotton bud.
Aromatherapy
A drop of lavender oil, placed in the nostril on a cotton bud, will encourage healing and help to staunch the flow of blood.
Homeopathy
Aconite, for a sudden nosebleed. Arnica, for a nosebleed brought on by injury or bruising. Phosphorus, for a nosebleed brought on by blowing the nose violently. Rhus tox., for nosebleeds after strenuous exercise. Lachesis, for nosebleeds occurring in hot weather.
Flower Essences
Rescue Remedy or Emergency Essence will help in cases of emotional distress, and a few drops diluted in water and placed in the nostril may help to encourage the healing process.
CAUTION
Nosebleeds which do not stop within a couple of hours should be checked by a physician. Do not stem the bleeding too quickly in those suffering from high blood pressure—allow the bleeding to continue for 10 minutes before taking action.
Tuesday, 14 January 2014
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