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I've Had Severe Nosebleeds For Over 20 Years — Here Are 4 Ways I Put a Halt to Them

4 Ways to Stop Severe Nosebleeds That Actually Work

I've Had Severe Nosebleeds For Over 20 Years — Here Are 4 Ways I Put a Halt to Them

October 13, 2021 by Angelica Wilson

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How to Stop a Severe Nosebleed: Cotton Balls and Afrin

This method is an at-home one that I use on light nosebleeds that was recommended to me by my otolaryngologist. I take half a cotton ball and spray it until it's completely soaked in Afrin (a moisturizing nasal spray). I then place the ball in my nose for about five minutes, and my nosebleed resolves itself quickly.

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4 Ways to Stop Severe Nosebleeds That Actually Work

I've Had Severe Nosebleeds For Over 20 Years — Here Are 4 Ways I Put a Halt to Them

How to Stop a Severe Nosebleed: Cotton Balls and Afrin

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