Definition
Bleeding from the nose caused by rupture of small blood vessels in the nasal mucosa, often triggered by dry air, trauma, high blood pressure, or clotting disorders. Most nosebleeds are minor and self-limiting but can occasionally indicate a more serious condition.
Example Usage
The dry winter air gave him frequent nosebleeds until he started using a humidifier.
Origin
Compound of Old English *nos* 'nose' + *bledan* 'to bleed'; a straightforward descriptive term.
Fun Fact
The vast majority of nosebleeds occur in the anterior part of the nasal septum, a region rich with blood vessels called Little's area.
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