Nose bleeds, also called epistaxes, are a common occurrence in the UK population. Approximately 60% of people experience an episode of epistaxis within their lifetime. Most epistaxes are benign and self-limiting, but occasionally they can be serious and potentially life-threatening. The following clinical review aims to address acute management of epistaxis, as well as the investigation and management of recurrent epistaxis.
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