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Started Nose Bleeding, Noticed Swelling, Blurred Vision And Constant Headache. What Is Going On?

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Posted on Fri, 23 Nov 2012
Question: Im a 29 year old healthy female. My dog and I were playing 2 days ago and he ran into the side of my nose. I started bleeding of the other nostril. There was light swelling and no brusing. I didnt think much of it. I was sleepy shortly after and went to bed. I had blurred vission and a constant headache yesterday. My vision is fine today but the headache is still there. Should I be concerned?
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Answered by Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar (6 hours later)
Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

From your clinical history, it does not appear that you have sustained a serious head injury. The nose bleed could have been from a local injury. I would suggest that you can follow a "wait and watch" policy. If your nose still hurts, you can try some cold fermentation and a mild anti-inflamatory medication. Avoid blowing your nose forcibly and avoid strenuous physical work for a couple of days. Be vigilant for the following symptoms:
-Forceful vomiting
-Dripping clear fluid from your nose
-Numbness or wekness of any part of the body
-Further visual problems or if your headache becomes worse or persists beyond 2 days.

If you have any of the above symptoms, please seek immediate medical attention.

Best wishes,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Neuro-Psychiatrist
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Started Nose Bleeding, Noticed Swelling, Blurred Vision And Constant Headache. What Is Going On?

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

From your clinical history, it does not appear that you have sustained a serious head injury. The nose bleed could have been from a local injury. I would suggest that you can follow a "wait and watch" policy. If your nose still hurts, you can try some cold fermentation and a mild anti-inflamatory medication. Avoid blowing your nose forcibly and avoid strenuous physical work for a couple of days. Be vigilant for the following symptoms:
-Forceful vomiting
-Dripping clear fluid from your nose
-Numbness or wekness of any part of the body
-Further visual problems or if your headache becomes worse or persists beyond 2 days.

If you have any of the above symptoms, please seek immediate medical attention.

Best wishes,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Neuro-Psychiatrist