The animal is believed to represent not only a new species of rodent but also the first mammal family to be discovered in 30 years. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/05/0516_050516_new_rodent.html. Includes picture: http://www.ens-newswire.com/ens/may2005/2005-05-12-05.asp.
Causes and Remedies. The chief cause of anterior nosebleeds is dry air. A dry climate or heated indoor air irritates and dries out nasal membranes, causing crusts that may itch and then bleed when scratched or picked. Common colds also can irritate the lining of the nose, with bleeding following repeated nose-blowing.
What Causes Nosebleeds. 1  Home heating systems may dry the air in your home. This may dry the lining of the nose and cause bleeding. 2  If your nose is hit or if it is scratched inside, the vessels may break and cause your nose to bleed. The most common cause is âpickingâ the nose. If a blood vessel inside your nose is very close to the surface, blowing your nose too hard or picking your nose may make it bleed. Frequent nosebleeds within a few days are usually from the same spot where the clot has formed and is then pulled off.