Epistaxis - remedies in homeopathy

Epistaxis

It is often called as nose bleed.

It is a mere symptom of the most different conditions of the individual. It may sometimes bring relief to headache and

congestive states. In diseases of heart, lungs, and spleen, it is never a good sign. In old age it is a sign of threatening apoplexy.

The most frequent exciting causes are:

- Mechanical injuries,
- a fall or blow upon the nose,
- straining when coughing,
- suppression or irregularity in menstrual discharges.

The blood itself varies in character. It may be arterial or venous. It may be bright red or dark. It may be quite thin and never coagulate or it may easily coagulate. Generally, one nostril only bleeds, seldom both. Blood discharges either through the nostrils in front, or backwards, through the posterior nares, into the fauces, thence into the stomach or larynx.

Homeopathic Treatment:

Chief Remedies:

Ammonium Carbonicum: nose-bleed when washing face; worse applying cold water on face.

Arnica Montana: nose-bleed after any injury; preceded by tingling in the nose; increased flow after any exertion.

Belladonna: congestion to head; face is red.

Bryonia: nose-bleed instead of menses; bleeding by slightest movement.

Ipecacuanha: profuse bleeding of bright red blood; nausea; decreased thirst; clean tongue; oppression of breath.

Other Remedies:

Phosphorus: Bleeding is easy and passive which is worse on blowing the nose. Blood does not coagulate easily and there is thirst for icy cold water.

Lachesis: It is useful for epistaxis during menopause.