Just a bleeding nuisance or a major hassle? Do you suffer from nose bleeds? If you do then you’ll know how hard it can be to get the bleeding to stop. This article is full of tips to help you.

Generally a good place to start if you have an unexpected nosebleed is usually to ever so gently blow ones nose. It’ll assist clear away the nostrils of blood clots which will stop your blood vessel from sealing. Don’t blow hard or you might simply provoke it to bleed all the more.

Here’s what to do next. No matter what you’ve been told before, it is never a good idea to lie down if you have a nose bleed or an episode of epistaxis. Stay seated or stand up if you feel more comfortable. If you try to lean backwards or lie down then you will only end up swallowing blood - causing you to choke or to vomit.

So here’s what to do next. Begin by applying some pretty firm finger pressure over the soft fleshy bit of the nose. Keep the presure applied like this for about twenty minutes. Use a clock or watch to time yourself as you do this. Don’t let go until twenty minutes is up. If you’re still bleeding after this time then you may need to go to hospital for packing of the nose or other specialist treatments.

Some folks say that taking a drink of a very very spicy liquid will help stop a nose bleed. Somehow I doubt this is true but if you want to try then here’s what to do. Grab a jar of cayenne or a similar ultra hot spice powder. Add a full 8 spoonfuls to a cup of warm water and drink as quickly as you can possibly manage. It might not stop the bleeding but it’s pretty sure to take your mind off it for a while!

Some other old fashioned treatments include wrapping twine or string around your little finger nail on the hand opposite to the side where the nostril is bleeding. Tie it as tight as you can and your granny says that the nose bleed will stop !

Lastly, another strange one, use the power of crystals or gems to heal your nose. The gemstone amber is said to have power to stop bleeding if you hold it against the soft part of the nostril.

Those of us who get regular nose bleeds should see our doctor for a blood pressure check and should give some thought to taking increased doses of vitamin C on a regular basis. Vitamin K also helps and this is found in leafy green vegetables.

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