Brief Answer:
Please let me know if this is first episode or bleeding or frequent event.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query on HealthcareMagic.
Blood running from nose can occur due to various reasons.
Before answering your query I would like to know whether this is the first instance of bleeding from nose or does it occur frequently.

Thanks
Dr Shailja Puri

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Brief Answer:
Single episode does not suggest anything serious,platelet count may be done

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome again,
A single episode of nose bleed at the age of 66 does not suggest anything serious.
There is possibility of trauma to the delicate mucosal lining of nasal cavity.
However, prophylactically, I would suggest you to get platelet count and peripheral blood smear examination.
If platelet parameters are normal, there is absolutely nothing to worry.
In case the episode recurs, please let me know at the earliest for further work up.

Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri

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