Pinch and be patient: how to treat a nosebleed

Holding the soft part of the nose will normally help to form a clot and stop the bleeding, but make sure you know the signs of a more serious injury

Nosebleeds are normally a result of a ruptured blood vessel in the nose. Common causes include picking or blowing your nose, sneezing vigorously and high blood pressure.

Do not lie down or tilt your head back, as the blood will drip into the back of your throat and block the airway. Sit down, lean forward and pinch the soft part of the nose. You can use an ice pack or frozen peas in a tea towel on the bridge of the nose if you want to, but it is not normally necessary.

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