Managing Retained Nosebleeds: A Step-by-Step Guide

For a backwards nosebleed, try the following:

1. Sit up. This will help reduce the amount of blood that flows back into your throat and lungs.

2. Pinch your nostrils together. Squeeze the soft part of your nose between your thumb and index finger. Hold your nostrils pinched for at least 10 minutes.

3. Lean forward. This will help drain any blood that has collected in the back of your nose and throat.

4. Spit out any blood. Do not swallow the blood.

5. Apply a cold compress to the bridge of your nose. This can help reduce swelling and stop the bleeding.

6. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, to relieve any pain.

If your nosebleed does not stop after 20 minutes, seek medical attention.

Some causes of backwards nosebleeds, which require professional attention, are:

- Recent head injury

- Deviated septum

- Chronic sinusitis

- Nasal tumors