GROSS ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Nosebleed (Epistaxis) Nosebleeds (also called epistaxis) can occur easily because of the location of the nose and the close-to-the-surface location of blood vessels in the lining of your nose. Most nosebleeds can be handled at home, but certain symptoms should be checked by a physician.

Detailed explanation-2: -The medical name for a nosebleed is epistaxis. During a nosebleed, blood flows from one or both nostrils. It can be heavy or light. It can last from a few seconds to 15 minutes or more.

Detailed explanation-3: -Nosebleeds (medical term is “epistaxis") are very common. Almost every person has had at least one in their lifetime. They are usually caused by dry air or nose-picking.

Detailed explanation-4: -Epistaxis (eh·puh·stak·suhs) comes from the Greek word “epistazein” which means “bleed from the nose” and is a combination of the two words: “epi” meaning “upon, in addition” and “stazein” meaning “to drip".

Detailed explanation-5: -nose picking or scratching the inside of the nose. rubbing the nose often. dry air-Home heating systems may dry the air in your home and also dry the lining of the nose. getting hit in the nose or putting an object inside it. blowing too hard. colds or allergies. More items