Roaccutane and the Bleeding Nose

For the past 2 weeks, the frequency of nosebleeds have increased. Lately, it's been bleeding every 2 to 3 days. The bleeding is coming from my left nostril which is the one that's always been the bleeder of the two. It seems to happen at times when I'm eating or drinking something warm. My theory is that inhaling the steam from the food or drink is causing the capillaries in the left nostril to dilate and bleed.

Mind you, the bleeding seems to stop in a few minutes after applying gentle pressure to the front of the nostril. Maybe it's because I've been able to lie down and relax and I think I know the best place to apply the pressure these days. What worries me is that if it bleeds when I'm at work or just not at home which has happened 3 times on this course of Roaccutane. They're not comfortable places to have nosebleeds. I think I'll go see my GP this week about getting the left nostril cauterised as soon as possible.

I don't remember my nose bleeding this many times during my first course of Roaccutane several years ago.