How to stop a nosebleed Follow these steps to stop a - Sit up
straight, and tip your head slightly forward. See a picture of
how to stop a nosebleed. - Note: Do not tilt your head back.
This may cause blood to run down the back of your throat, and
you may swallow it. Swallowed blood can irritate your stomach
and cause vomiting. And vomiting may make the bleeding worse or
cause it to start again. Spit out any blood that gathers in your
mouth and throat rather than swallowing - Use your thumb and
forefinger to firmly pinch the soft part of your nose shut. The
nose consists of a hard, bony part and a softer part made of
cartilage. Nosebleeds usually occur in the soft part of the
nose. Spraying the nose with a medicated nasal spray (such as
Afrin) before applying pressure may help stop a nosebleed. You
will have to breathe through your mouth. - Apply an ice pack to
your nose and cheeks. Cold will constrict the blood vessels and
help stop the - Keep pinching for a full 10 minutes. Use a clock
to time the 10 minute