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What Should Be Done To Stop Bleeding From The Tongue?

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Posted on Sat, 6 Feb 2016
Question: My tongue started bleeding about a hour ago and l can't stope it.
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Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (37 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Ice. Pressure. Emergency Services if does not stop.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. Apply ice and pressure. If you can locate the bleeding point in a mirror.

2. If this does not stop, if you feel that your blood pressure is high or if you are on any blood thinning medication, call for emergency services.

3. Kindly inform the progress. Avoid swallowing the blood.

I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.

Regards.
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What Should Be Done To Stop Bleeding From The Tongue?

Brief Answer: Ice. Pressure. Emergency Services if does not stop. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for your query. 1. Apply ice and pressure. If you can locate the bleeding point in a mirror. 2. If this does not stop, if you feel that your blood pressure is high or if you are on any blood thinning medication, call for emergency services. 3. Kindly inform the progress. Avoid swallowing the blood. I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them. Regards.