Question
Why do children often suffer from nosebleeds?
Answer
Children frequently experiencing nosebleeds may be due to acute febrile infectious diseases, especially upper respiratory infections. When there is a high fever, the blood vessels in the skin and mucous membranes throughout the body become congested and swollen, including those in the nasal mucosa. This pathological change can lead to acute congestion and swelling of the nasal mucosa, making it more prone to rupture and bleeding. Since the blood vessels in the nasal mucosa are superficial, they may rupture under the external forces of high fever and forceful blowing of the nose, resulting in nosebleeds.