What to do if a child has a sudden nosebleed

Sudden nosebleeds in children can be treated with acupressure and tamponade to stop bleeding. If the bleeding can not be stopped, it is necessary to consult a doctor. The main operation procedure of acupressure method is to sit down and press the upper part of the back of both sides of the nose with the thumb and finger while leaning forward and lowering the head, and keep it for 10 to 15 minutes. At the same time, cold compresses can be applied to the back of the neck and forehead. It is mainly suitable for people with small amount of bleeding. When the bleeding is more, the filling method can be adopted, the main operation process is to fill the bleeding side of the nasal cavity into the appropriate size of disinfectant cotton balls into a ball, keep the head tilted forward and pinch the top of the back of the nasal wings on both sides. If the bleeding is severe and cannot be stopped by the above methods, the patient should consult an ENT doctor immediately, and intervention is needed if necessary. Repeated nosebleeds should be examined in a timely manner to be on the lookout for blood diseases such as leukemia. Avoid scratching the nasal cavity, keep the environment moist, and eat a reasonable diet.