Nosebleeds (Spontaneous)

Spontaneous nosebleeds are episodes of bleeding from the nasal passages without obvious trauma. While occasional nosebleeds can occur from dry air or minor irritation, frequent or unexplained nosebleeds may signal vascular fragility, blood quality imbalance, or systemic inflammation. In a traditional terrain lens, spontaneous nosebleeds often point to heat/excitation, wind/tension, or cold/depression patterns affecting blood vessel tone and resilience.

• Location of Symptom

  Bleeding occurs from the anterior nasal mucosa (front of the nose) or, less commonly, the deeper posterior nasal passages.

• Physiological Breakdown

  Spontaneous nosebleeds are like cracks in dry pavement—fragile blood vessels in the nasal lining rupture easily when exposed to dry air, inflammation, or pressure changes. This can also occur with blood-thinning, nutrient deficiencies (like vitamin C or K), or high blood pressure. Can happen suddenly, often after sneezing, dry heat exposure, or blood flow imbalances.

• Common Signs

  Sudden bleeding from one or both nostrils

  Blood may drip or flow freely

  Bleeding often stops with direct pressure

  Frequent recurrence in dry, cold weather or during exertion

  May coincide with headaches, flushed skin, or irritability (if heat-driven)

• Rudimentary Root Causes

  Dry air exposure (heaters, winter climates) causing mucosal dryness

  High blood pressure (increases capillary fragility)

  Blood thinning (low platelet count, thin blood viscosity)

  Vitamin C deficiency (weakens collagen in blood vessels)

  Vitamin K deficiency (poor clotting)

  Dehydration (dries out mucosal barriers)

  Chronic inflammation (fragilizes vessel walls)

  Allergic rhinitis or chronic nasal inflammation (local irritation)

  Chronic stress (increases blood pressure and vessel reactivity)

  Pharmaceutical causes: Blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin), Nasal corticosteroid sprays (long-term use thins mucosa)

  Supplement-induced causes: High-dose omega-3s, vitamin E, garlic, ginkgo (blood thinning)

  Phytoiatrogenic causes: Overuse of heating, drying, or blood-thinning herbs in a heated terrain

• Underlying Tissue States

  The following tissue states may represent underlying imbalances contributing to this symptom:

  Wind/Tension (if blood pressure and vessel spasm are drivers)
  Heat/Excitation (if vascular fragility and inflammation are drivers)
  → Secondary Dry/Atrophy may layer if mucosal dryness is a factor.

• Organ Systems Affected

  Circulatory System: Vascular tone, blood pressure regulation

  Integumentary System: Mucosal membrane resilience

  Respiratory System: Nasal lining and airflow integrity

  Immune System: Local inflammation and tissue repair

Are you staying hydrated with minerals (not just plain water)? Do you experience signs of high blood pressure (headaches, flushing)? Are you consuming enough vitamin C and K to support vascular integrity? Are you using medications or supplements that thin your blood? Do you live or work in a dry, heated environment without humidity? Nosebleeds can seem minor, but they’re often the body’s way of signaling an imbalance in vessel strength, blood quality, or inner terrain. If you’re experiencing frequent nosebleeds, it may be time to nourish your blood, strengthen your mucosa, and balance your system. I can help you explore and correct the underlying patterns contributing to this.

Disclaimer

Each person’s condition has a unique root cause, and lifestyle, diet and herbal remedies must be tailored to the individual. The information on this page is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized care. If you’d like support in understanding your specific situation, please reach out to me for guidance. Frequent or severe nosebleeds, heavy blood loss, or bleeding accompanied by dizziness or fainting should be evaluated by a medical healthcare provider. This content should not replace emergency does not replace medical care.