ear, nose, and throat disorders
How To Treat Anterior Epistaxis With Nasal Packing
Additional Considerations for Treating Anterior Epistaxis With Packing
Ask about use of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs. Check complete blood count (CBC), prothrombin time (PT), and partial thromboplastin time (PTT) if there are symptoms or signs of a bleeding disorder or the patient has severe or recurrent epistaxis. 