Patient adviser what to do for nasal injuries.

Getting hit in the nose can be scary, especially if it starts bleeding a lot. Your nose is at risk in a collision with another player or piece of sporting equipment, and striking the bones in your face can be very painful. That's why wearing protective gear, like a helmet and a mouth guard, is so important when playing sports.

Facial Injuries in Sports: A Team Physician's Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment.

Team physicians must be prepared to manage facial injuries, including contusions, abrasions, lacerations, nasal fractures, septal hematomas, auricular hematomas, ruptured tympanic membranes, and fractures of the facial bones. With a focused history and a thorough physical exam, the diagnosis can be clearly established. Early treatment of sports-related facial injuries helps avoid complications, and athletes may expect to return to play after predictable time intervals.