EPISTAXIS

local disease:

anatomical malformations

rhinitis

local neoplasms (benign or malignant)

desiccation

foreign body

trauma

nasal polyps

cocaine abuse

infection

medications:

nasal sprays

NSAID's

anticoagulants

antiplatelet agents

systemic disorders:

hypertension

uraemia

bleeding disorders (various)

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