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Private Nasal Cautery with an ENT Consultant

Assessment and Treatment for Recurrent Nosebleeds – Adults and Children

£410

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Private Nasal Cautery with an ENT Consultant

Why choose MUMS for Nasal Cautery?

Private ENT assessment and nasal cautery for recurrent nosebleeds at MUMS Solihull, with treatment available during the same appointment where clinically appropriate.

 

No GP referral required
 
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ENT Consultation + Nasal Cautery £410
Nasal Cautery Follow-up Consultation £150

Nasal Cautery at MUMS for Adults and Children

Nasal cautery – sometimes called nose cauterisation or nasal cauterisation – is a procedure that can be used to treat recurrent nosebleeds where a suitable bleeding point or blood vessel can be identified.

At MUMS, nasal cautery is performed by experienced ENT Consultants.

Children & Adults

Mr Aakash Amlani

Mr Jack Limbrick

Consultation + Nasal Cautery – £410

A £100 deposit is required to secure your appointment.

Consultation and Treatment in One Appointment

Your appointment begins with an ENT consultation so that your Consultant can assess your nosebleeds and examine the inside of your nose.

If a suitable bleeding point is identified and your Consultant considers nasal cautery appropriate, the procedure can usually be performed during the same appointment.

If nasal cautery is not required or is not clinically appropriate, you will only pay the £245 ENT consultation fee.

Sometimes there may not be an obvious bleeding point to cauterise. In this situation, your Consultant may recommend further examination or investigation to help establish the cause of your nosebleeds.

This may include nasal endoscopy, which uses a thin flexible camera to examine further inside the nasal passages.

What Causes Recurrent Nosebleeds?

Nosebleeds are common and can occur for many different reasons.

The inside of the nose contains many small blood vessels close to the surface. These can become irritated or damaged and begin to bleed.

Possible contributing factors include:

  • Dryness or irritation inside the nose
  • Nose picking or repeated rubbing
  • Blowing the nose forcefully
  • Minor injury or trauma
  • Nasal inflammation
  • Some medications, including blood-thinning medicines
  • Other underlying nasal or medical conditions

If you experience repeated nosebleeds, an ENT assessment can help identify the likely source and determine whether cautery or another treatment is appropriate.

What Is Nasal Cautery?

Nasal cautery is a relatively short procedure used to seal a blood vessel that is contributing to recurrent bleeding.

Where an appropriate bleeding point is identified, your ENT Consultant may use silver nitrate to carefully cauterise the affected area.

Local anaesthetic is used where appropriate to minimise discomfort.

Your Consultant will explain the procedure to you beforehand and discuss whether cautery is suitable for your particular circumstances.

Is Nasal Cautery Performed on Both Sides of the Nose?

Nasal cautery is commonly performed on one side of the nasal septum at a time.

Your ENT Consultant will examine your nose and determine which area requires treatment.

There is a small risk of damage to the nasal septum following cautery, including a rare risk of developing a small hole in the septum – known as a septal perforation. Your Consultant will discuss the relevant risks and benefits with you before proceeding.

Will Nasal Cautery Hurt?

The inside of the nose can be sensitive, but measures are taken to minimise discomfort during the procedure.

You may experience a brief stinging, burning or uncomfortable sensation during or following treatment.

Your Consultant will make sure you understand what to expect before the procedure begins.

What Happens After Nasal Cautery?

Your Consultant will give you specific aftercare instructions following treatment.

The treated area may feel tender, irritated or uncomfortable for a short period while it heals.

Depending on your individual treatment, your Consultant may recommend an ointment or other aftercare to help protect the area.

It is important to avoid picking, rubbing or disturbing the treated area while it heals.

You will also be advised what to do if another nosebleed occurs and when you should seek further medical advice.

What If My Nosebleeds Continue?

Nasal cautery can be effective in reducing recurrent nosebleeds when an appropriate bleeding point can be identified, but no treatment can guarantee that a nosebleed will never recur.

Occasionally further treatment may be required.

If you are still experiencing nosebleeds following your procedure, MUMS offers a nasal cautery follow-up appointment for £150, where appropriate, within three months of your original cautery.

Please contact us if bleeding continues so that we can advise you on the appropriate next step.

Before Your Appointment

Please tell MUMS when booking if you:

  • Take blood-thinning medication, such as warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban, clopidogrel or aspirin
  • Have a known bleeding or clotting disorder
  • Have recently had nasal surgery or significant nasal trauma
  • Have any other medical condition that you think may be relevant

Do not stop any prescribed medication unless specifically advised to do so by an appropriate clinician.

Nasal Cautery for Children

Mr Aakash Amlani and Mr Jack Limbrick assess children with recurrent nosebleeds and can perform nasal cautery where clinically appropriate.

The Consultant will first assess your child and explain whether cautery is suitable.

Whether the procedure can be performed during the appointment will depend on the clinical findings and the individual child's ability to comfortably tolerate the procedure.

Nasal cautery can usually be performed reliably from 7 years of age. However, every child is different, and the age provided is only a general guide based on when most children can comfortably manage the procedure. Some younger children may be able to proceed, while some older children may find it difficult. Suitability will be assessed individually by the clinician, and completion of the procedure cannot be guaranteed. If the procedure is started but has to be stopped for any reason, the full procedure fee will remain payable.

Why Choose MUMS for Private Nasal Cautery?

MUMS offers:

  • Experienced Specialist ENT Consultants
  • Adults and children's ENT services
  • Consultation and treatment during the same visit where appropriate
  • Rapid access to appointments
  • No GP referral required
  • ENT investigations and procedures on site
  • Established private medical clinic in Solihull
  • Ample free parking

MUMS has been providing private healthcare in Solihull for almost 25 years.

Book a Private Nasal Cautery Appointment in Solihull

If you are experiencing recurrent nosebleeds and would like to be assessed privately, contact MUMS to arrange an appointment with one of our ENT Consultants.

Consultation + Nasal Cautery – £410

£100 deposit required to secure the appointment.

If cautery is not required or appropriate following your assessment, you will only pay the £245 ENT consultation fee.

No GP referral required.

MUMS – Midlands Ultrasound & Medical Services
1 Park Avenue, Solihull, B91 3EJ

Ample free parking

Call 0121 704 2669 or email administrator@mums.me.uk to arrange an appointment.

Alternatively, book online or send us an enquiry