Why Nosebleed Cases Rise in Summer and What to Do - Dr Sharad ENT
WHY NOSEBLEED CASES RISE IN SUMMER AND WHAT TO
DO?
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UNDERSTANDING EPISTAXIS
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What is Epistaxis?
Epistaxis (nosebleed) is a common ear, nose,
and throat emergency. There are two types:
anterior (more common) and posterior (less
common but may need medical attention). 90%
of anterior nosebleeds come from Kiesselbach's
plexus on the nasal septum.
CAUSES OF INCREASED NOSEBLEEDS IN
SUMMER
CAUSES OF INCREASED NOSEBLEEDS IN
SUMMER
Dry Air and Dehydration
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Impact of low humidity and high temperatures on
mucous membranes
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Increased likelihood of blood vessels in the nasal
passageways shattering and bleeding
CAUSES OF INCREASED NOSEBLEEDS IN
SUMMER
Risen Physical Activity
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More outdoor activities leading to minor nose
damage
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Increased blood pressure from physical activity
causing sensitive blood vessels to burst
CAUSES OF INCREASED NOSEBLEEDS IN
SUMMER
Allergies
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Summer allergens (dust, pollen) aggravating nasal
passages
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Irritation and increased possibility of bleeding due
to recurring sneezing and nose rubbing
CAUSES OF INCREASED NOSEBLEEDS IN
SUMMER
Air Conditioning
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Air conditioning removing moisture from the air
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Drying effect on nasal passages similar to dry outside air
Nasal Vestibulitis
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Inflammation of the nasal vestibule
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White bumps inside the nose leading to severe
nosebleeds
PREVENTION TIPS
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Stay Hydrated
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Use a Humidifier
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Avoid Nose Picking
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Apply Moisturizers
How to Prevent Nosebleeds?
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STAY HYDRATED
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Importance of drinking water to
keep mucous membranes moist
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Recommendation of 8-10 glasses of
water a day
How to Prevent Nosebleeds?
USE A HUMIDIFIER
•
Maintaining optimal humidity levels at
home
•
Benefits of using a humidifier, especially
with regular air conditioning use
How to Prevent Nosebleeds?
AVOID NOSE PICKING
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Risks of damaging tiny blood vessels in
nostrils
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Alternative: use a saline nose rinse and
keep nails short
How to Prevent Nosebleeds?
APPLY MOISTURIZERS
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Use of petroleum jelly or nasal
moisturizers to keep nasal lining moist
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Application tips with a clean cotton
swab
How to Prevent Nosebleeds?
CONCLUSION
•
Recap of why nosebleeds are
common in summer
•
Emphasis on prevention tips to
manage and reduce the risk of
nosebleeds
Thank You
Consult a healthcare provider for
tailored treatment options for sinusitis.
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What is Epistaxis? Epistaxis (nosebleed) is a common ear, nose, and throat emergency. There are two types: anterior (more common) and posterior (less common but may need medical attention). 90% of anterior nosebleeds come from Kiesselbach's plexus on the nasal septum.
Allergies Air Conditioning Dry Air and Dehydration Nasal Vestibulitis Risen Physical Activity
Dry Air and Dehydration Impact of low humidity and high temperatures on mucous membranes Increased likelihood of blood vessels in the nasal passageways shattering and bleeding www.drsharadent.com
Risen Physical Activity More outdoor activities leading to minor nose damage Increased blood pressure from physical activity causing sensitive blood vessels to burst www.drsharadent.com
Allergies Summer allergens (dust, pollen) aggravating nasal passages Irritation and increased possibility of bleeding due to recurring sneezing and nose rubbing www.drsharadent.com
Air Conditioning Air conditioning removing moisture from the air Drying effect on nasal passages similar to dry outside air Nasal Vestibulitis Inflammation of the nasal vestibule White bumps inside the nose leading to severe nosebleeds www.drsharadent.com
Stay Hydrated Use a Humidifier Avoid Nose Picking Apply Moisturizers How to Prevent Nosebleeds? www.drsharadent.com
How to Prevent Nosebleeds? Importance of drinking water to keep mucous membranes moist Recommendation of 8-10 glasses of water a day
How to Prevent Nosebleeds? Maintaining optimal humidity levels at home Benefits of using a humidifier, especially with regular air conditioning use
How to Prevent Nosebleeds? Risks of damaging tiny blood vessels in nostrils Alternative: use a saline nose rinse and keep nails short
How to Prevent Nosebleeds? Use of petroleum jelly or nasal moisturizers to keep nasal lining moist Application tips with a clean cotton swab
Recap of why nosebleeds are common in summer Emphasis on prevention tips to manage and reduce the risk of nosebleeds
Thank You Consult a healthcare provider for tailored treatment options for sinusitis. www.drsharadent.com Dr. Sharad ENT Dr. Sharad ENT Videos
