Ear Disorders
General ENT & Peds | Epistaxis (Nose Bleeds)
What kind of diagnostic tests may be ordered to evaluate for recurrent epistaxis?
After a thorough physical exam, Dr. Pasha may schedule a nasal endoscopy in the office to attempt to identify bleeding sites, prominent vessels, or masses for recurrent epistaxis. Blood work may also be ordered to evaluate for bleeding disorders. Occasionally, a CAT scan (a special type of X-ray) may also be scheduled to evaluate for nasal masses.
- What are the common causes of epistaxis?
- How do you treat Epistaxis?
- How do I prevent re-bleeding?
- When do I call Dr. Pasha or report directly to the emergency room?
- What are the different types of nasal packs?
- What should I expect when I have a nasal pack placed in my nose?
- What if nasal packing does not control my nosebleeds or if they recur?
- What kind of diagnostic tests may be ordered to evaluate for recurrent epistaxis?