Dos:
- Sit up straight and lean forward slightly to reduce nasal pressure and prevent blood from flowing down the throat.
- Pinch the soft part of the nose below the bone for at least 10 minutes to stop bleeding.
- Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling and pain.
- Use a humidifier or saline spray to keep the nose moist and prevent future nosebleeds.
Don'ts:
- Do not lie down or tilt your head back, as blood can flow into the throat and cause choking.
- Do not blow your nose, as this can cause further bleeding.
- Do not pick or scratch your nose.
- Do not take aspirin or ibuprofen, which can thin the blood.
See a doctor if: bleeding lasts over 20 minutes, both nostrils bleed, or you have headache, fever, or stiff neck.