Is there anything I should do after a recent nosebleed?

After a nosebleed, you should:

  • avoid hot drinks, and hot showers for 24 hours – heat can cause the blood vessels to widen (dilate), which can trigger the bleed again

  • avoid blowing your nose for a couple of days

  • don’t hold back sneezes, as it can increase pressure in your nose – cover your mouth and sneeze with your mouth open  

  • avoid constipation and straining to poo, as it increases the pressure inside your nose

  • don’t pick or try to clean away clots inside your nose, as you could dislodge them and restart the bleed

  • stay away from very smoky or dry places for a week

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