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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.
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)