Nose bleeding ..what to do?!

Sitting in science class one afternoon, you feel your nose begin to run. As you wonder if you're catching a cold, you swipe your nose with a tissue and are shocked to see blood! You have a nosebleed, and if you're like most teens, you may be embarrassed. You might hope no one will notice, and you might be a little scared, too.
Although nosebleeds are usually harmless and easily controlled, it may look like a gallon of blood is coming from your nose! Try not to worry; nosebleeds are almost always easy to stop.
Stopping the Gush
Try these simple tips to stop your nosebleed:
•**Get some tissues or a damp cloth to catch the blood.
•**Sit or stand so your head is above your heart.
•**Tilt your head forward and pinch your nostrils together just below the bony c enter part of your nose. Applying pressure helps stop the blood flow and the nosebleed will usually stop with 10 full minutes of steady pressure - don't keep checking to see if the bleeding has stopped.
•**Apply a cold c ompress, such as ice wrapped in a cloth or paper towel, to the area around the nose. Applying pressure with a cotton pad inside the upper lip may also help.
If you get a nosebleed, don't blow your nose. Doing so can cause additional nosebleeds. Also, don't tilt your head back. This common practice will cause blood to run into your throat. If you swallow the blood, you might throw up.
If you've tried the steps above twice and the bleeding continues after 10 minutes, you'll need to see your doctor.
Once you've stopped the initial nosebleed, don't lift heavy objects or do other activities that cause you to strain, and don't blow your nose for 24 hours. Also, keep your head elevated above your heart.
Always don't get panic if you don't know what to do ask some profissional advice.
Nice week end for all
regards Bilal

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