Nosebleeds (Epistaxis): Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of epistaxis (nosebleeds).

Family history

  • What is the general health of your family members?
  • Are there any diseases in your family that are common?
  • Are there any hereditary diseases in your family?

Social history

  • What is your profession?

Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • How long have you had current nosebleeds now?
  • What other symptoms have you noticed?
  • Do you have a headache?
  • Have you noticed a triggering moment? Injury, etc.
  • Do you have frequent nosebleeds?

Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis

Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis

  • Pre-existing conditions (cardiovascular disease, nasal disease).
  • Environmental history – climatic influences such as dry indoor air (low humidity) due tooverheated rooms, floor heating, air conditioning.
  • Operations (nose operations)
  • Radiotherapy
  • Allergies
  • Pregnancies

Medication history