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Oh, Nose
When Your Child’s Nosebleed Isn’t Just a Nosebleed
What’s the proper way to treat a minor nosebleed? Since most nosebleeds are minor events that can be treated at home, it’s important to brush up on the proper way to treat your child.
Has your child experienced a nosebleed recently? Nosebleeds are quite common for children, and they are usually nothing to worry about. However, in some cases, a nosebleed might indicate something larger going on with your child’s health. In those cases, Dr. Evans and the staff at Texan ENT can help! What causes nosebleeds in children? Many factors could cause damage to the blood vessels in your child’s nose, which leads to a nosebleed. If your child experiences prolonged exposure to dry air, picks their nose, has an upper respiratory illness, experiences nasal allergies or a facial injury, or uses nasal sprays, they may be at greater risk of getting a nosebleed. When is professional medical care necessary? It can be scary to see your child bleeding, but the good news is that most nosebleeds are short-lived, not dangerous, and can be addressed at home. However, in the following
cases, we recommend that you see an ENT doctor or your child’s pediatrician:
There are other serious symptoms and/or their nosebleeds are chronic . If worrisome symptoms like dizziness, headache, pain, or weakness occur alongside a nosebleed, make an appointment. Similarly, if your child is experiencing nosebleeds frequently and you notice bruising and excessive bleeding from minor scrapes or injury, further medical assessment is needed. There was a traumatic event . It’s always good to have your child assessed following a traumatic event like a car accident, a sport- related contact injury, or a serious fall. The bleeding won’t stop. If your child has been bleeding for longer than 10 minutes and placing pressure on the nose isn't helping, seek immediate medical attention.
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To prevent your child from swallowing blood (which can cause vomiting), have your child sit and lean slightly forward. Ask your child to breathe through their mouth, then pinch their nostrils closed for 5–10 minutes. Don’t release this pressure until the appropriate time has elapsed.
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Apply a cold compress to your child’s nose and avoid putting tissues or gauze in their nostrils.
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Remind your child not to pick, rub, or blow their nose for a few days. This will help the broken blood vessels heal and prevent another occurrence. HAVE A LAUGH
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SHAVED ASPARAGUS SALAD
Inspired by ACoupleCooks.com
Tangy citrus and salty Parmesan cheese complement earthy, fresh asparagus, a favorite spring vegetable with a short growing season.
Ingredients
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1 lb asparagus spears
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3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1/2 tsp kosher salt
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
1. With a vegetable peeler, shave each asparagus spear from tip to base. This is easiest to do if the asparagus is on a flat surface. 2. Place shaved asparagus in a bowl and blot off excess moisture with a paper towel. 3. In a separate bowl, make a vinaigrette by whisking together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and olive oil. 4. Pour vinaigrette over shaved asparagus and add Parmesan cheese, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings.
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