How to Clear Nasal Congestion in Newborns

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This video is about Nosebleeds (epistaxis) • 0:20 mark = What Causes Nosebleeds? • 1:24 mark = How Do You Prevent (or decrease) Nosebleeds? • 3:00 mark = How Do You Control Or Stop A Nosebleed? • What Causes Nosebleeds? • dryness • trauma • high blood pressure • blood thinning medications • bleeding disorders • How Do You Prevent (or decrease) Nosebleeds? • moisture, humidifier, saline sprays • ointment - neosporin, bacitracin, vaseline, aquaphor, Ayr gel, saline gel • avoid trauma - nose picking, hard nose blowing • keep blood pressure controlled • avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting • avoid blood thinning medications (talk to your doctor before stopping a prescribed medication like aspirin, coumadin/warfarin, plavix, etc) • avoid advil, motrin, ibuprofen, aleve, and other over the counter pain medications (tylenol is ok) • • How Do You Control Or Stop A Nosebleed? • pinch the nose in the front (not up at the bridge) • try not to shove tissues in and out of the nose • keep head elevated/above level of the heart • doesn't make a difference if you tilt your head forward or backward • apply something cold to face, nose • ice chips, ice cubes, popsicles in mouth can also help • afrin (oxymetazoline) nasal spray can make a big difference • If the bleeding keeps happening or is severe or lasts a long time, seek medical care • Medical Disclaimer: All comments are generalizations and intended to be for educational purposes only. The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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