Q I heard that nasal bloodletting is also used for smell disorders. Is it safe? Are there any side effects?
A Nasal bloodletting is a procedure that uses sterile instruments to release a small amount of blood from congested areas of the nasal mucosa, and it is safe when performed by an experienced Korean medicine doctor. There may be temporary discomfort or minor bleeding after the procedure, but it usually resolves within a few minutes. If you have a bleeding disorder or are taking anticoagulants, you must inform us in advance.
Detailed Answer
Nasal bloodletting is a procedure that releases a small amount of blood from prominently congested areas of the nasal mucosa to improve local blood flow. The main points regarding safety are as follows.
Common side effects (temporary, resolving within a few minutes):
- Temporary discomfort or irritation at the procedure site
- Minor bleeding (usually stops immediately)
- Sensation of a foreign body in the nose (resolves within a few hours)
Situations requiring contraindication or caution:
- Bleeding disorders (such as hemophilia)
- Taking anticoagulants (warfarin, high-dose aspirin)
- Severe mucosal atrophy or severe dry rhinitis
The procedure is performed in a sterile environment with single-use instruments, and only when it is appropriate for the indication after the condition is assessed.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At Dongjedang, we use nasal bloodletting in combination with herbal prescriptions. The structure is to raise systemic blood flow and vital energy with herbal medicine while opening the blocked nasal passage with local bloodletting.
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