# Navigating Nosebleeds and Knowing When to Seek Help with Kristin Petrie

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Podcast: [Beyond the Bleeds](https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-bleeds-7074228)
Published: 2026-05-11T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://hemophiliaoutreach.org/navigating-nosebleeds/
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## Resource

Today on Beyond the Bleeds , Heather and John are joined by HOC nurse coordinator Kristin Petrie for a practical conversation about nosebleeds and bleeding disorders. Together, they discuss why nosebleeds happen, how to manage them at home, and when it’s time to seek additional medical support. Kristin explains why nosebleeds are especially common in patients with bleeding disorders like von Willebrand disease and HHT. She also walks through the first steps patients and families should take when a nosebleed starts. The conversation covers prevention strategies, treatment options, and environmental factors that can make nosebleeds worse. Heather, John, and Kristin also discuss when patients should contact their HTC or seek emergency care. The episode highlights practical tools and treatment options that may help manage recurring nosebleeds, including humidifiers, saline sprays, antifibrinolytics, DDAVP, and ENT referrals. The group also shares prevention tips for dry weather, seasonal changes, and other environmental triggers. This episode is filled with practical reminders designed to help patients and families feel more prepared and confident when managing nosebleeds at home. “Our main goal is to educate because the more patients know about nosebleeds, the more prepared they are when one actually happens.” — Kristin Petrie This episode of Beyond the Bleeds explores: Why nosebleeds are common in bleeding disorders The first steps to managing a nosebleed at home When to call your HTC or seek medical attention Prevention tips for dry weather and seasonal changes Resources and support available for patients and families Looking for practical tips, expert advice, and a sense of community while living with or supporting someone with a bleeding disorder? Subscribe to Beyond…

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