Home Remedies for Nosebleeds

1. Pinch the Nose

The easiest way to stop a nosebleed is the time-honored pinch cure. Pinching the nose sends pressure to the bleeding point in the nasal septum, which helps stop the flow of blood immediately.

• Sit up straight with your head tilted slightly forward.
• Using your thumb and index finger, pinch the soft part of your nose below the bony bridge.
• Do this for 5 to 10 minutes. During this time, breathe through your mouth.
• Release the pressure gently and sit quietly for 5 minutes.
• Repeat as necessary until the bleeding stops.

Note: Do not lay flat, tilt your head back or put your head between your legs. Also, do not blow your nose.

2. Cold Compress

A cold compress is another common remedy to stop a bleeding nose. The cold temperature causes the blood vessels to constrict faster and slows down the blood flow. This will stop the bleeding within a few minutes.

• Wrap a few ice cubes in a thin towel.
• Sit in an upright position and tilt your head back.
• Apply the ice pack across the bridge of your nose for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Repeat as needed.

Note: Do not apply ice directly on your nose.

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