Diseases

Nose Bleeding In Children

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The most common cause of nosebleeds in children is from minor trauma, typically from nose picking. Other common causes of nosebleeds in a child include: direct trauma to the nose. Upper respiratory infections.

SYMPTOMS

Dry air: whether it's heated indoor air or a dry climate, the most common cause of nosebleeds in children is dry air that both irritates and dehydrates nasalmembranes. ... Cold, allergies, or sinus infection: any illness that includes symptoms of nasal congestion and irritation can cause nosebleeds.

CAUSES

Causes and remedies. The chief cause of anteriornosebleeds is dry air. A dry climate or heated indoor air irritates and dries out nasal membranes, causingcrusts that may itch and then bleed when scratched or picked. Common colds also can irritate the lining of thenose, with bleeding following repeated nose-blowing.