Patient's question:
The child was born only a few days ago, and recently, for some unknown reason, they have been scratching their ears frequently. Why is the baby experiencing nosebleeds?Doctor's answer:
What are the causes of nosebleeds in babies?Cause 1 of nosebleeds in babies: Cold.
Cold can irritate the nasal cavity and cause swelling, potentially leading to spontaneous bleeding. It is the most common cause of nosebleeds in babies.
Cause 2 of nosebleeds in babies: Trauma.
Picking the nose, inserting objects into the nostrils, or a blow to the nose can all cause nosebleeds. Additionally, trauma from impacts can also lead to nosebleeds in children.
Cause 3 of nosebleeds in babies: Irritation and environmental humidity.
If your room is very dry, nosebleeds are more likely to occur. If a child frequently comes into contact with toxic smoke, it may also cause nosebleeds. The nasal mucosa of children with any chronic diseases, or those receiving oxygen or taking other medications, may become dry and sometimes bleed.
Cause 4 of nosebleeds in babies: Abnormal growths.
Any abnormal growth in the nasal cavity can cause bleeding. Although most are benign (polyps are not cancer), they usually require treatment.
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Treatment for nosebleeds—Nasal endoscopic bleeding stop surgery
If a nosebleed occurs, immediate first aid measures should be taken. If the nosebleed is caused by dry or eroded nasal mucosa, attention should be paid to dietary habits and increasing room humidity in daily life. If nosebleeds are frequent, professional medical examination is recommended.
Tianjin Changgeng ENT Hospital uses nasal endoscopic bleeding stop surgery to treat frequent nosebleeds, achieving good results and receiving widespread praise. The nasal endoscope can magnify abnormal tissues dozens or even hundreds of times, allowing doctors to clearly see areas affected by sinusitis, polyps, and other conditions. The clear view enables more precise surgical outcomes.