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What's this weird strand of something after a nosebleed?
Sometimes after a nosebleed, I do some cleaning up. You know just making it clean and what not but sometimes this weird strand-like thing comes out. it's usually about an inch long and is really dark colored like blood is packed in there or something. It doesn't really break apart either, sort of stretchy. I've tried searching on the internet and can't find anything on it. Pulling it out doesn't make my nose to start bleeding again so I don't know if it's bad or not. Anyone got a clue as to what this is?
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- 1 decade agoFavorite Answer
It's a small, harmless clot of mucous/blood.
It's normal, and you're fine.
Best of luck!
PS More info on post-care (link below)
To prevent rebleeding after initial bleeding has stopped:
* Do not pick or blow nose.
* Do not strain or bend down to lift anything heavy.
* Keep head higher than the heart.
* Use a humidifier during dry winter months.
If rebleeding occurs:
* Attempt to clear nose of all blood clots.
* Spray nose four times in the bleeding nostril(s) with a decongestant spray such as Afrin or Neo-Synephrine.
* Perform steps 1 and 2 shown in the “To stop an anterior nosebleed” box in this leaflet. Repeat these steps as necessary.
* Call your doctor if bleeding persists.
Source(s): Prior to my nose being cauterized (sealed), I had a lot of nosebleeds. They can be aggravated by dry air and even smoking. Mine were even caused by nasal inhaler use, which can dry out the nose. Source: http://www.entlink.net/healthinfo/nose/nosebleeds....
