What's Causing Your Nose To Bleed

Although nose bleeds are minor, they might require medical attention

- Saahirah Ally And Perfect Xhakaza

A NOSE bleed is when blood vessels in the nose that carry blood to tissues and organs rupture, resulting in blood leaking from the nose. The membranes in the nose get disturbed or dry and form cracks that result in the eruption of the blood vessels. In rare cases, this condition may lead to excessive bleeding. These incidents peak up at ages younger than 10 and older than 50. Although nose bleeds are minor, they may require medical assistance.

WHAT CAUSES A NOSE BLEED?

Nose bleeds can be the result of trauma or injury to your face, such as being involved in a car accident or digging your nose.

In winter, the air tends to be dry and colds are more prominent, which results in the membranes in your nose drying up from the dry air inhaled.

Excessive blowing of your nose increases the build up of pressure, which causes disruptions in your nose, leading to leakage of blood from your nostrils. Nose bleeds can also occur in hot and dry conditions with low humidity. These unfortunate incidences can be caused by seasonal allergies, as well as climbing up high altitudes.