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When should I seek medical care for a nosebleed?

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When to call the doctor about nosebleeds:

  • If you have repeated episodes of nosebleeds.
  • If you have additional bleeding from places other than the nose, such as in the urine or stool.
  • If you bruise easily.
  • If you are on any blood-thinning drugs, including aspirin or warfarin (Coumadin).
  • If you have any underlying disease that may affect your blood clotting, such as liver disease, kidney disease, or hemophilia (inability of blood to clot).
  • If you recently had chemotherapy.

Go to the hospital for nosebleeds if:

  • You are still bleeding after pinching the nose for 10 minutes.
  • You are having repeated episodes of nosebleeds over a short time.
  • You feel dizzy or light-headed or like you are going to pass out.
  • You have a rapid heartbeat or trouble breathing.
  • You are spitting up or vomiting blood.
  • You have a rash or temperature greater than than 101.4 degrees F (38.5 degrees C).
  • Your doctor instructs you to go to a hospital's emergency department.

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