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Posted by: Ariel on 2009-05-24, 23:14:34
Nasal tissue can be very sensitive. Prolonged cocaine use can permanently damage the tissues of the nose and sinuses. Any type of irritant, even one that you may not know is an irritant, could open the thinned tissue walls. Your nasal passageways have small blood vessels that are now most likely just below the surface so any little thing may cause a bleed. Possible irritants could include: cigarette smoke allergies nose blowing dried sinuses physical pressure or force (injury, touching the nose, sleeping on one side too long, etc.) blood thinners (alcohol, ibuprofen, asprin, etc.) ETC.... The best way to assist your tissues to heal and prevent bleeding...Eliminate or reduce intake of alcohol, smoke, bloodthinners/ painkillers, try to reduce physical pressure to your nose, try reducing nose blowing, take an allergy medication (if other allergy symptoms are noted). HOWEVER, I have used cocaine, and from experience, there is a good possibility your nasal tissues are dry. This is deffinately a high likelihood since you have been off of cocaine for a bit, and your nasal tissue is probably in full force healing mode, which can cause dryness. This makes the tissues super sensitive to bleeds with the slightest movement, bump, or irritant. MY PERSONAL RECCOMENDATION: Do everying to keep your nose moist. Use a humidifier, take steamy showers, dont blow your nose. Your nose and sinuses will take a while to build up stronger tissues, but just be patient. If your nose keeps bleeding after ...I'd say 6 months, go to a physician. Also if you are bleeding more than 2 tablespoons at once, go to the ER. Student Nurse |
