Any nose bleed that keeps on keeping on requires proper medical attention. It sometimes heralds the onset of disease, and leukimia must be considered, particularly in older person. Fortunately most are due to simple causes. This is usually the case for youngsters. Frequent bumping when at play is the usual cause. The scab may form, only to be dislodged again a few days later. Picking and fiddling with fingers is another common reason in children. During spring and summer when airborne pollens abound, allergies are common. These lead to an itchy nose and the desire to rub the nostrils. Cold and nasal infections increase the blood supply and also the risk of bleeding. Recurrences should be checked out by the family doctor or ear, nose and throat specialist. Sometimes cautery of the offending blood vessel will effect a prompt and lasting cure. It is usually the same vessel each time in small region just inside the nose called Little's Area. Firm, even pressure for 10 minutes using the thumbs and forefinger will usually stop most nose bleeds.
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