Rinsing with ice water will often stop difficult oral bleeding. Alternatively, place pressure on the area of bleeding with a wet teabag (nonherbal). This method can even be used in a patient taking warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven) or aspirin.—VICTORIA ROGERS, PA-C, Boise (185-6)
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