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Nose bleeds will make you feel embarrassed and extremely inconvenient. This usually happens when it is cold and dry. So the best way to avoid nosebleeds is to keep the mucous membranes of the nose from drying out.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Increase Humidity

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   Use an air humidifier. You can use a cool air humidifier or a humidifier. When the air becomes dry, an increase in humidity will help prevent nosebleeds. Moistening the air at night will also make it easier to breathe and sleep.
   • If you don't have an air humidifier, you can make your own by placing a pot of water on the heater in cold weather. The water will slowly evaporate, increasing the humidity of the air.

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   Take moisture from boiling water. Bring to a boil, then place it on a table with a pot mat to protect it from the heat. Lean towards the pot of water, be careful not to burn and inhale the steam. You can wrap your head with a towel to create a cover that holds the water vapor. This will allow you to inhale more steam.
   • You can also take steam in a hot shower, but hot water can dehydrate your skin, making it counterproductive. Take a quick hot shower so your skin doesn't dry out, then stand aside to inhale the steam from the shower or tub.

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   Sip hot tea. Drink it slowly and inhale the steam. This will leave you feeling soothing, relaxing and helping to moisten the nasal passages.
   • All teas, soups and hot drinks are fine. Choose something you like and enjoy.
   • Besides, drinking tea, soup and other liquids will also provide you with water.
   • If you can use the kitchen at work or school, don't be afraid to use this method there.

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   Avoid dehydration. Staying hydrated also helps the body to retain moisture and soften the skin. It's easy to forget to drink enough water when it's cold, but dry and cold weather will dehydrate you. The amount of water you need will vary depending on the level of activity and the climate in which you live. If you have a heater that produces hot, dry air, you will need more water in the cold. Here are some of the symptoms of dehydration:
   • Headache
   • Dry skin
   • Feeling dizzy
   • Urinate infrequently, urine is dark or cloudy.
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Method 2 of 3: Soften Dry Mucus

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   Keep the mucous membranes moist with a saline nasal spray. The active ingredients of this solution are mainly salt and water. You can easily buy regular saline over the counter. Then, when you feel your nose is dry, quickly spray it into your nose.
   • Since the material is only water and salt, this spray is very safe, does not irritate the mucous membranes and has no side effects. This product is very effective during the cold season when it is cold. You can bring a bottle of saline nasal sprays with you to work or travel away to use 3 times a day if needed.
   • Some commercial saline nasal sprays will have preservatives that can irritate your mucous membranes, but they also prevent the growth of bacteria and other infectious substances. Check the ingredients on the package. If it contains preservatives or other ingredients other than salt and water then be careful not to exceed the dosage required by your doctor or the manufacturer's instructions.
   • If you want a preservative-free brine, look for one that doesn't use the backflow method or one with a lot of pH to reduce bacteria.
   • You can make your own saline solution at home, but it will be difficult to balance the salt and water, resulting in dry sinuses. However, if you have no other option, you can try making your own brine. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to about 1 liter of water. Then boil for 20 minutes to sterilize.

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   Apply physiological saline gel. Although you are often in the habit of using antibiotic ointments, you should avoid overdosing on antibiotics. Most colds and flu are caused by viruses, not bacteria, so antibiotics won't be effective. Instead, apply a layer of saline gel to the inside of your nose to keep it moist.
   • Use a clean cotton swab to apply the gel. Gently coat the gel evenly over a cotton swab and apply inside the nostrils. Don't take too much to avoid making you feel like your nose is stuffy.

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   Soothe irritated mucous membranes with aloe vera gel. This method is effective when you have sensitive mucous membranes following the flu. Aloe vera contains vitamins that help heal and nourish the skin. Use a clean cotton swab to apply it to your nose. You can get aloe in 2 ways:
   • Buy an alpine mix sold at a drugstore. Then, you can apply it to work or school.
   • Cut a stem from an aloe plant that you have at home. If you choose this method, cut the aloe branch in half to its length and use a cotton swab to absorb any sebum from the aloe after cutting.

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   Do not apply Vaseline, mineral oil or other oil products (like coconut oil) into the inside of your nose. If you breathe in small amounts of these products into your lungs, it can cause pneumonia.
   • If you still want to use an oily product, never use it before bed. Should sit upright for several hours after applying the product. Do not try to apply the medicine too deep into the nose, just 0.5 cm is fine.
   • Do not put oily products on the mucous membranes of young children, as this can lead to pneumonia.
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Method 3 of 3: Treatment for Nose Bleeding

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   Use simple solutions to stop bleeding. Most nosebleeds are not dangerous and should stop within a few minutes. However, you can stop bleeding faster by:
   • Put pressure on the bleeding nostril. Squeeze your nose and breathe through your mouth. The pressure will cause the blood to clump and stop bleeding. You will need to do this for 10 minutes or more. Alternatively, a tissue can be inserted into your nose to absorb blood.
   • Sit up straight to keep your head higher than your heart. Don't lie down or tilt your head back as this will cause the blood to flow back into your throat. When too much blood is swallowed, the stomach becomes uncomfortable.
   • Place a cold pack on your nose to constrict the blood vessels. If you don't have a cold pack, you can substitute it by wrapping some frozen vegetables in a clean towel.
   • You can also put a cold pack in your neck at the same time to constrict the blood vessels running up your head.

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   Get emergency medical help if a nosebleed is a symptom related to something serious. Such as:
   • You are injured or have an accident.
   • You lose a lot of blood.
   • You find it hard to breathe.
   • Blood does not stop bleeding after 30 minutes squeezing the nose tightly.
   • People with nosebleeds under 2 years old.
   • You have nosebleeds several times a week.

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   See your doctor for a thorough examination. The cause of nosebleeds is usually dry nose and nose picking. If it is not for these two reasons, you should see your doctor for a medical diagnosis. There are many different sources of causes such as:
   • Sinusitis
   • Allergy
   • Take aspirin or blood thinners
   • Pathology that prevents blood from clotting
   • Contact with substance
   • Use of opium
   • Flu
   • Partition
   • Abuse of nasal spray
   • Foreign objects are stuck in the nose
   • Rhinitis
   • Injury
   • Drink alcohol
   • Nasal polyps or lumps in the nose
   • Surgery
   • Pregnant
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Advice

• Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
• Avoid breathing through your mouth. When you breathe a lot through your nose, you will keep a lot of moisture in your nose.
• When it is cold, wrap a cape up to your nose and breathe through your nose, not your mouth.