The formal classification of the land snail, Allogona profunda (Say), is as follows: Domain: Eukarya. Kingdom: Animal. Phylum: Mollusca. Class: Gastropoda. Order: Pulmonata.
A nosebleed happens when one of the blood vessels in the lining of the nose bursts. Nosebleeds may be caused by infection, injury, allergic reaction, nose picking or an object being pushed into the nostril. Another name for nosebleed is epistaxis. Bleeding from the nose is common in children and is usually not serious. Seek medical attention if nosebleeds are severe, frequent or prolonged.
Causes of a nosebleed. The inside of the nose is delicate and nosebleeds happen when it's damaged. This can be caused by: picking your nose; blowing your nose too hard; the inside of your nose being too dry (because of a change in air temperature) Nosebleeds that need medical attention can come from deeper inside the nose and usually affect adults. They can be caused by: an injury or broken nose; high blood pressure; conditions that affect the blood vessels or how the blood clots; certain medicines, like warfarin; Sometimes the cause of a nosebleed is unknown. Certain people are more prone to getting nosebleeds, including: children (they usually grow out of them by 11) elderly people; pregnant women; How to stop a nosebleed yourself. You should: sit or stand upright (don't lie down)