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A nosebleed happens when the blood vessels rupture in the lining of the nasal passages.
214-456-6862
Fax: 214-456-7115
469-497-2504
Fax: 469-497-2510
469-488-7000
Fax: 469-488-7001
469-303-5000
Fax: 214-867-9511
Request an Appointment with codes: Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
Pediatric nosebleeds are common, but that doesn’t make them less scary for you or your child. Children tend to have nosebleeds more often than adults because the blood vessels in the lining of their nasal cavities are closer to the surface, making them more likely to rupture and result in a nosebleed.
In most cases, a nosebleed is not a serious condition, and most children grow out of having them. However, in rare cases, a nosebleed could be a sign of a more serious problem, such as a severe head injury.
The main symptom of a nosebleed is bleeding that comes from one or both nostrils of the nose.
The most common causes of nosebleeds in children include:
Rarely, a nosebleed is caused by a serious head injury, a tumor in the nasal passage or a bleeding disorder.