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Frequent Nosebleeds

2017-11-13 00:00:24
I've been having nosebleeds for the past 3 days, about three a day. I only bleed out the left side and her nose bleeds are usually back to back with 20 minute intervals. Any idea what's causing it?
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There are many causes for epistaxis such as injuries to nasal septum, ulceration of nasal septum, acute rhinosinusitis etc. Clinical examination is necessary to confirm the diagnosis. Once diagnosis is confirmed then appropriate treatment can be planned
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

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