NOSEBLEED

 

Symptoms | When to call | Homecare Advice

 

WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR NOSEBLEED

Call 911 Now (you may need an ambulance) If

  • Passed out (fainted)
  • Too weak to stand following large blood loss

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • You feel weak or very sick
  • Bleeding does not stop after 20 minutes of direct pressure
  • Bleeding recurs 3 or more times in 24 hours despite direct pressure
  • Large amount of blood has been lost
  • Skin bruises or bleeding gums not caused by an injury are also present
  • Pale skin (pallor) of new onset or worsening
  • Taking coumadin or known bleeding disorder (e.g. thrombocytopenia)

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9 am and 4 pm) If:

  • You think you need to be seen

Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours If

  • You have other questions or concerns
  • Easy bleeding present in other family members
  • Hard-to-stop nosebleeds are a recurrent problem

Self Care at Home If

  • Mild nosebleed and you don't think you need to be seen

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Adult SelfCareNavigator. Copyright © 2000-2004 David Thompson, M.D. FACEP

Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 8/2004

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