Nosebleed in children

Preview

Nosebleed in a child usually involves the blood vessels in the anterior septal area and is fairly easy to treat. The physician applies firm pressure, a topical anesthetic, and petrolatum and, in some cases, inserts and positions packing. However, children with a disorder that predisposes them to nosebleed may require special measures. Dr McDonald reviews the anatomy of the nasal cavity, describes the causes of nosebleed from dryness to adenoidectomy, and explains how to manage this emergency.