Nosebleeds are a common complication of anticoagulant use.
How to stop a
nosebleed:
- Sit upright.
- Pinch the nose firmly and constantly for 15 minutes. Repeat once if the bleeding does not stop.
- Breathe through your mouth.
- Drink cold water to clear blood from your throat.
- Seek medical care if the bleeding does not stop in 30 minutes.
Strategies for preventing a
nosebleed from recurring include:
- Stop smoking.
- Avoid drinking hot liquids.
- Do not take aspirin for at least one week.
- Do not place anything in your nose once the bleeding has stopped.
- Do not blow your nose for at least 2 days.
