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A minor nose bleed that has stopped may require no treatment at all. Frequently, the body will form a clot at the site of the bleeding that stops any further bleeding. However, if the source of the bleeding is from a blood vessel that is easily seen, it may be cauterized with a chemical called silver nitrate. In more complicated cases, a nasal packing may be required to stop the bleeding. Nasal packings apply direct pressure inside the nostril to promote clotting and stop the bleeding.
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