Epistaxis
Epistaxis
Epistaxis (pronounced: /ˌɛpɪˈstæksɪs/), commonly known as a nosebleed, is the medical term for bleeding from the nostrils, nasal cavity, or nasopharynx. The term "epistaxis" is derived from the Greek word "epistazo," which means "to drip, to flow."
Causes
Epistaxis can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma to the nose, hypertension (high blood pressure), infection, dry air, and certain medications such as blood thinners. It can also be a symptom of more serious conditions, such as leukemia or a nasal tumor.
Treatment
Treatment for epistaxis often involves pinching the nostrils together to promote blood clotting. If this does not stop the bleeding, medical attention may be required. In some cases, a nasal packing may be used to stop the bleeding. Long-term treatment may involve addressing the underlying cause of the nosebleeds, such as managing hypertension or changing medications.
Related Terms
- Hemorrhage: The medical term for excessive bleeding.
- Nasal cavity: The inside of the nose.
- Nasopharynx: The upper part of the throat behind the nose.
- Anterior epistaxis: Nosebleeds that originate from the front of the nose.
- Posterior epistaxis: Nosebleeds that originate from the back of the nose.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epistaxis
- Wikipedia's article - Epistaxis
This WikiMD article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski