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The most common cause of anterior nose bleeds is trauma such as a blow, smack, or sometimes just picking the nose. Dryness inside of the nose can also cause bleeding. In addition, high altitudes, colds, allergies, and medications are all potential culprits for triggering a nosebleed. Smoking can dry out the nose too, so quitting is especially important for recurrent nosebleeds, among many other health benefits.
If you have frequent nosebleeds, you could have a more serious problem. Dry air is the most common cause of nosebleeds. Living in a dry climate and using a central heating system can dry out the nasal membranes, which are tissues inside the nose.This dryness causes crusting inside the nose.Crusting may itch or become irritated.requent nose blowing is another cause of nosebleeds. Other common causes of nosebleeds include: 1  foreign object stuck in the nose. 2  chemical irritants. 3  allergic reaction. 4  injury to the nose. 5  repeated sneezing. 6  picking the nose.