Dryness, nasal congestion, and even nosebleeds in the nasal cavity.
The reason for this is that the mucous membrane in the nasal cavity is thin and prone to dryness. The mucous membrane contains abundant capillaries, which become brittle and prone to rupture after drying. Therefore, experts suggest that massaging the forehead can not only effectively improve nasal dryness and increase mucous secretion in the nasal cavity to keep it moist, but also prevent diseases such as rhinitis and colds.
"The vast majority of nosebleeds occur in the front of the nasal cavity because there is a septum called the nasal septum between the nostrils on both sides of the nasal cavity. Several pairs of blood vessels converge here, especially in the lower front of the nasal septum, where a dense network of small blood vessels is protected by a very delicate mucous membrane," said Yang Qintai. He added that this network of small blood vessels is prone to rupture and bleeding due to dryness or injury, and when the bleeding is minimal, blood drips in dots, but when it is severe, it can even spray out in columns, which should alert parents.
Gently massage the Yintang acupoint located between the eyebrows using the bent thumb and index finger, and gently rub it to the point where it feels numb and congested. Generally, massage for two minutes. Massaging the Yintang acupoint can promote mucous secretion, keep the nasal cavity moist, and stimulate olfactory cells to make the sense of smell more sensitive.
In addition, it is recommended to eat more citrus fruits, as citrus fruits with strong acidity, when eaten together with honey, are very effective in treating nasal dryness. Steam inhalation of the nose with hot air can also be helpful. In emergency situations, nasal irrigation with physiological saline using a cotton swab can provide temporary relief.
In general, there are three methods to quickly stop nosebleeds:
(1) Finger pressure method: First, let the child sit down, breathe through the mouth, and press the nostril that is bleeding with the fingers. After a few minutes, the bleeding will generally stop. If bleeding occurs in both nostrils, simply pinch the nostrils tightly for 3-4 minutes to stop mild nosebleeds.
(2) Ice pack method: When the finger pressure method is ineffective, you can hold a piece of ice or place an ice pack on the forehead. This ice pack method can quickly constrict the blood vessels in the nose and stop bleeding.
(3) Packing method: Use gauze or tissue paper to pack the bleeding area in the nasal cavity to stop bleeding. If the bleeding continues after packing, or if blood flows from the throat through the mouth, or if the bleeding is deep or for other reasons, it is necessary to immediately go to the emergency department of the otolaryngology department to seek medical attention and should not be taken lightly.
It should be noted that if the nosebleeds occur frequently, it may be a local problem in the nose or a manifestation of a serious disease, such as nasopharyngeal carcinoma or leukemia. Therefore, patients who frequently experience nosebleeds should go to the hospital for further examination to avoid delaying the condition.
