Patient's question:
Female, 23 years old. Became pregnant in May 2005. She has been in poor health since before pregnancy, often experiencing nosebleeds. After becoming pregnant, the frequency of nosebleeds increased compared to before, especially during the 8th month, when she was bleeding almost every day, and the amount was also greater. The doctor said it was due to anemia. Could this be life-threatening? She takes iron supplements regularly, but is concerned about the impact on the child.Doctor's answer:
It may be due to dryness that caused the bleeding. You can go to the hospital to get some petroleum jelly to apply to your nose, or you can find a soft plastic straw, wash it clean, soak it with vegetable oil (any kind used for cooking will do), then use it to drip into your nose. This mainly serves to moisturize. This has no side effects.