Guest guest Posted February 10, 2001 Report Share Posted February 10, 2001 On Sat, 10 Feb 2001 13:14:35 -0500, Jennette Braaten said: > Should I worry here? I always just assumed the few nose bleeds I've had > were from very dry nasal passages. Last night I had another one, looked > like a murder occurred in my bathroom with all the bloody tissues and blood > drops. and I chucked it up to the heater making my nose drier then usual. > Greg sent me articles and said " The only > thing I saw that was serious about a nose bleed was that high blood pressure > or a tumor may be the culprit which sets these off. " Does anyone else have > them alot simply bc of dryness? I have a fast growing brain tumor,true, but > I'm not taking care of it until April... AFTER I go to Las Vegas. My plane > tickets are on my desk, the room reservations are made, so I'm going, the > tumor has to just wait! But should I worry about these nose bleeds, or > are they normal for dry noses? > > Jennette > > > > Hiya I have nosebleeds occasionally and they are from a tumor A Nasal Tumor actually, I was having nosebleeds and problems with congestion, they did a Facial CT and found this huge neuroma in my nose, I'm scheduled for surgery to have it out in march. Pete -- Pete Brayman Web Geek Extraordinaire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2001 Report Share Posted February 10, 2001 Jennette, My non NF son has them all the time in winter, very dry air here in oz in winter so could be from the dryness. >Should I worry here? I always just assumed the few nose bleeds I've had >were from very dry nasal passages. >are they normal for dry noses? > >Jennette > > > > Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2001 Report Share Posted February 10, 2001 I get nosebleeds also, but occassionally. Usually from dry nasal passages. Mark ----Original Message Follows---- Reply-To: NF2_Crew To: NF2_Crew Subject: Re: nose bleeds Date: Sat, 10 Feb 2001 21:56:20 -0000 _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Jennette, My non NF son has them all the time in winter, very dry air here in oz in winter so could be from the dryness. >Should I worry here? I always just assumed the few nose bleeds I've had >were from very dry nasal passages. >are they normal for dry noses? > >Jennette > > > > Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2001 Report Share Posted February 10, 2001 Jen, I challenge you to a nose bleed contest anyday. I have been known to hang my head out the car door and create a pool of blood on the ground that looks like a murder site. Seriously, I get them quite often, and the only thing that helps is packing my nose, which I know how to do; not very glamorous to run around with part of a kleenex sticking out of your nose, but if your nose has been bleeding for 10 minutes straight, I get tired of sitting around! Marie nose bleeds >Should I worry here? I always just assumed the few nose bleeds I've had >were from very dry nasal passages. Last night I had another one, looked >like a murder occurred in my bathroom with all the bloody tissues and blood >drops. and I chucked it up to the heater making my nose drier then usual. >Greg sent me articles and said " The only >thing I saw that was serious about a nose bleed was that high blood pressure >or a tumor may be the culprit which sets these off. " Does anyone else have >them alot simply bc of dryness? I have a fast growing brain tumor,true, but >I'm not taking care of it until April... AFTER I go to Las Vegas. My plane >tickets are on my desk, the room reservations are made, so I'm going, the >tumor has to just wait! But should I worry about these nose bleeds, or >are they normal for dry noses? > >Jennette > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2001 Report Share Posted February 10, 2001 Now and then, more in the winter than in the summer. Jeff W. I think this is due to the air change to "winter" air. I'm not the weather person. But, I've noticed that I too have more "nose bleed" problems in the winter. I also think that I've had some kind of bacterial infection because one side of my nose has "deflated" for lack of a better word. This might be related to my facial paralysis. I don't know. When I go to see Dr. MacCollin in May, I will ask her. They''re talking about possible plastic surgery for my nose. But, I keep on seeing these pictures in my head of a "nose job" that I saw on TV many years ago. The person was awake for the operation. I guess that I shouldn't balk. I was awake, but sedated, for my eyeweight surgery. I guess the affects of seeing it on TV and seeing what's involved in it turned me off some. Anyways, yes, I have nose problems. ( June Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2001 Report Share Posted February 10, 2001 Now and then, more in the winter than in the summer. Jeff W. nose bleeds Should I worry here? I always just assumed the few nose bleeds I've had were from very dry nasal passages. Last night I had another one, looked like a murder occurred in my bathroom with all the bloody tissues and blood drops. and I chucked it up to the heater making my nose drier then usual. Greg sent me articles and said " The only thing I saw that was serious about a nose bleed was that high blood pressure or a tumor may be the culprit which sets these off. " Does anyone else have them alot simply bc of dryness? I have a fast growing brain tumor,true, but I'm not taking care of it until April... AFTER I go to Las Vegas. My plane tickets are on my desk, the room reservations are made, so I'm going, the tumor has to just wait! But should I worry about these nose bleeds, or are they normal for dry noses? Jennette Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2002 Report Share Posted July 24, 2002 In a message dated 7/24/02 7:41:57 PM Central Daylight Time, iskarthgrp@... writes: > I'm sorry to complain. I know a lot of you are in much worst shape than > I am, but I don't have Corrine to talk to any more, I'm hoping I still > have all of you. > > Luv and hugs, > > Ilene > Always here, Ilene!! May not have any answers, but I have shoulders, and arms, to help carry the burden and give you a hug when you need it (ciberly speaking). Love Lana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2002 Report Share Posted July 26, 2002 Nosebleeds are a common problem in both children and adults. The majority of nosebleeds are not serious and can be stopped with simple measures. Drying of the lining of the nose and trauma are the most important causes of nosebleeds. For the acute nosebleed, try two puffs of a nasal decongestant (oxymetolazine) in each side of the nose and pinch the tip of the nose together between the thumb and 1st finger. Lean forward and hold pressure for a full 10 to 15 minutes. Try to stay calm and holding ice on the face may help. If the bleeding slows but persists, repeat the spray and hold pressure again. If it still continues or if serious bleeding persists down the back of the throat, you will need to see a physician. Use oxymetolazine spray ONLY for acute bleeding. It helps to shrink blood vessels in the nose but should not be used continuously as it can be addicting to the nose if used for more than a few days at a time. Trust me on that one. The key to managing chronic nosebleeds is prevention. Humidifying the bedroom can be very helpful. Using nasal saline sprays frequently during the day helps keep the nose moist. Applying an antibiotic ointment or petroleum jelly to the front of the nose twice a day also helps with drying and crusting. Squeeze a small amount of ointment in the front of the nose or apply with a cotton tipped applicator. If your nose is crusting frequently this means it is probably too dry and use more saline and ointment. Saline spray is just salt-water so you can not use too much. Avoid picking or rubbing the nose as this often leads to bleeding. Nosebleeds usually occur from blood vessels at the front of the nose on the septum: the cartilage partition that separates the two sides of the nose. If it occurs frequently despite using the above measures, that area may have to be cauterized by your doctor. Bleeding from the back of the nose is more dangerous and is often associated with high blood pressure or using blood thinners. Aspirin also thins the blood and can contribute to nose bleeds. Do not discontinue your aspirin for nosebleeds unless you have discussed this with your physician. Severe bleeds from the back of the nose may require packing or even surgery. This is my personal experience Ilene, please check with your doctor. Now, about that bruising, some here have foudn that increasing vitamin C is helpful with this, but again, please consult your physician. Jill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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