Health Tip: What's Behind Frequent Nosebleeds?

(HealthDay News) -- Nosebleeds are common during childhood, especially during the preschool years. Though they can be scary, they usually aren't caused by a serious problem.

The American Academy of Pediatrics says common causes of nosebleeds include:

  • Allergies or a cold, which can lead to nasal swelling or irritation.
  • Trauma to the nose, from blowing too hard, picking or putting an object in the nose.
  • Exposure to a very dry environment or harsh fumes.
  • An abnormal anatomical structure of the nose.
  • An abnormal growth inside the nose.
  • A blood-clotting problem.
  • Taking medication that dries out the nasal passages.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Some Chocolate Products Labeled 'Dairy-Free' Contain Milk, FDA Finds

    Allergies Have You Stuffed Up? Nose Fungi May Be to Blame

    There's Still Confusion on How to Spot, Treat Severe Allergic Reactions

    Seasonal Allergies Likely To Grow Worse Under Climate Change

    Antibiotics Might Increase Risk of Childhood Asthma, Allergies

    Wildfire Smoke Is Choking America's Cities -- Is Yours on the List?

    Diabetes Meds Metformin, GLP-1s Can Also Curb Asthma

    School-Based Asthma Programs Keep Kids Healthy And Learning

    Mood Disorders Have Increased Among Kids, Teens

    Medicaid 'Unwinding' Cost Kids Access To Asthma Inhalers, Other Chronic Disease Meds

    Could OTC Nasal Sprays Ease Colds & Flu and Cut Antibiotic Use?

    Americans Still Consider COVID Major Public Health Threat

    Flu Cases Start to Surge as Americans Prepare for Holiday Gatherings

    Moderna's Combo Flu and COVID Shot Shows Promise

    Simple Paper-Strip Test Might Spot Flu, and Which Type You Have