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  • Male
  • 32 Years
  • 22/01/2025

My husband has a really minor sore throat. He doesn't smoke but he does drink sometimes. He's 32 and today he coughed up a tiny bit of blood. Should I be worried about this? Is it normal?

Doctor 1

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Frequent nosebleeds can be concerning.

Possible causes:

  • Dry air or low humidity
  • Allergies or sinus issues
  • High blood pressure
  • Nasal polyps or tumors
  • Blood thinning medications

To manage:

  • Use saline nasal sprays
  • Apply petroleum jelly to nostrils
  • Avoid blowing or picking your nose
  • Stay hydrated
  • Consult an ENT specialist for proper evaluation and treatment.

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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