Epistaxis means bleeding from the nose. This is a common condition where around 60% of people will have at least one nosebleed in their lifetime. The location of the nose makes it an easy target for injuries and bleeds. Nosebleeds are not always concerning and can be handled at home itself.
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What is the cause of my nose bleeding?
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is 9 years old. She gets nose bleeding once in a few months and also gum bleeding. She complains about occasional back pain, stomach burning, and hip pain too. My family physician has written down a series of tests and asked me to get opinions from a hematologist, gastroentero... Read Full »
Dr. Veerendra Channabasappa Patil
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the medical history of your child, I can understand that she is having bleeding manifestations with normal CBC (complete blood count) and coagulation workup. I would like to know about the below-mentioned questions, Since when does your daughter experience the bl... Read Full »