How to Treat Facial Bleeding

Treating superficial facial bleeding is a basic form of first aid that everyone should know how to do. Use a clean cloth to staunch the flow of blood, then clean the wound. Seek medical attention if you suspect there are broken bones or if stitches are required.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Use a clean cloth to apply pressure to the wound. Be careful to apply pressure without causing more injury, especially to tender areas near the temple and around the eyes.

2. Keep a clean cloth over the wound until you can get medical help, or until the bleeding stops.

3. Tilt the head back to stop blood flow from the nose.

4. Make sure the blood is not flowing into the mouth of the injured person. The airways need to stay clear so the patient can breathe easily.

5. Bandage a facial wound with a sterile bandage from a first-aid kit to help stop bleeding and protect the wound from getting dirty or infected.

6. Consult a physician immediately if you think the victim has broken bones, or if the wound is deep or long enough to require stitches. The sooner you seek medical attention, the less damage and scarring will occur from facial bleeding.

Tips & Warnings

• Because the blood veins are located just below the skin, many facial and head wounds bleed heavily. Follow basic first aid and see a doctor for serious injuries.

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