Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. In the past year, he has had nosebleeds many times and said he felt dizzy. What kind of help is needed: What causes nosebleeds? Why does he also feel dizzy?Doctor's answer:
There are two types of nosebleeds: anterior and posterior. The posterior type primarily affects older adults, especially those with hypertension. In this type, blood flows from the back of the nose and drips down the back of the throat, regardless of the patient's position. In severe cases, the blood flow may be both forward and backward. This type of nosebleed requires medical attention. The more common type is the anterior nosebleed, which flows from the front of the nose.