Epistaxis

/ˌɛpɪˈstæksɪs/ noun

Definition

A nosebleed, or bleeding from the blood vessels in the nose, which is a common medical condition that can range from minor to severe.

Etymology

From Greek 'epistaxis,' derived from 'epi' (upon) + 'tassein' (to drip or flow), literally meaning 'a dripping upon,' describing blood flowing from the nose.

Kelly Says

The word 'epistaxis' sounds scary, but doctors use it for something almost everyone experiences—your nose knows this ancient Greek word better than you do!

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