Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Prolonged Nose Bleed And Apin In The Temple?

I recently had my left nostril pierced a few days ago and twice today I have had two very long nose bleeds (one lasting 25 minutes and another 50 minutes) it is not my piercing that is bleeding but rather the septum wall. There is also a pressure in my left temple and left sinus (just behind the cheek and making its way behind my eyes) it is all rather uncomfortable and rather inconvenient .
Fri, 26 Sep 2014
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
HI.
Nose piercing was co-incidental.
You are bleeding from the Little's area of the septum. I am more worried about history of pressure in your left temple, sinus and behind eyes and so a vascular anomaly has to be ruled out.
I would recommend you to go for MRI Angio-graphy of the neck, brain and face to see that there is presence or absence of an arterial anomaly.
If not present, this is just a routine cause and can be well treated with proper , well lubricated anterior nasal pack done by an ENT Surgeon Himself.
Keep the pack for three days and you will be fine.
IF required the area can be cauterised.
Also watch for Hypertension , as it is one of the reasons of epistaxis.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Prolonged Nose Bleed And Apin In The Temple?

HI. Nose piercing was co-incidental. You are bleeding from the Little s area of the septum. I am more worried about history of pressure in your left temple, sinus and behind eyes and so a vascular anomaly has to be ruled out. I would recommend you to go for MRI Angio-graphy of the neck, brain and face to see that there is presence or absence of an arterial anomaly. If not present, this is just a routine cause and can be well treated with proper , well lubricated anterior nasal pack done by an ENT Surgeon Himself. Keep the pack for three days and you will be fine. IF required the area can be cauterised. Also watch for Hypertension , as it is one of the reasons of epistaxis.