Petechiae People with myelodysplastic syndromes might not experience signs and symptoms at first. Such is this whole EDS journey for me. Good day my friends, I awoke this morning (great news) and noted that I had Petechiae across my lower abdomen. Oh, lastly, born with a blood disorder, I wonder if anyone else posting here has one. Some things that don't add up, however: We disclaim all responsibility for the professional qualifications and licensing of, and services provided by, any physician or other health providers posting on or otherwise referred to on this Site and/or any Third Party Site. That, too, is helpful information. Upload or insert images from URL. Ive had petechiae in the past been to docs about it had blood work came back fine anyone else have this problem? Noticed em 2 weeks after. WebPetechiae are tiny spots of bleeding under the skin. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. This seems like something pretty common but I haven't had it. Accessed Feb. 21, 2019. I've had petechiae for about 12 yrs I'm 32 yrold male. the unsubscribe link in the e-mail. I know how you feel, have u ever noticed any on your legs? So I took it as an answer. Try these 10 mood-boosting tips to get your happy back, The Content on this Site is presented in a summary fashion, and is intended to be used for educational and entertainment purposes only. Straight after getting EBV, I ended up getting petechiae on my upper arms and around my knees and ankles (which are still there). :(. They are chronic, and showed up gradually with no reason. I remember getting petechiae all over my forearms from playing volleyball in gym class. I so want to be like that again In December I broke out with hundreds of petechiae all over my tummy and chest. Sounds like yours go away, I have new ones every day that pop up the old ones will fade after a few days but I pick at them basically dig my finger nail in them and they go away but then I'm left with a red mark it's horrible not knowing, I'm not sure what's more frustrating.. me never having em go away or you having em go then come back. Since then I've suffered on and off with lesser pain in the SI joint (sometimes I do hobble around, for the first few years this was a more common issue), hips, spine, rib cage, and recently the right side of my breast bone becomes slightly to severely painful from time to time. WebThank you for this post. Immune thrombocytopenia usually happens when your immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets, which are cell fragments that help blood clot. youre not alone. Should I be having withdrawals symptoms from 10mg of prozac for 9 days? They I almost always get huge stripes of them when I get my blood pressure taken. Now Im in complete panic mode. This community is sponsored by the Ehlers-Danlos Society, an Inspire trusted partner. Following a complete lack of sensible diagnosis for the cause of either, I worked out that they were symptoms of over-exertion for me. Not pressure, or injury related. I got some on my thighs and upper arms While the x-rays did not show much the other test showed inflammation on a scale of 6/10. Does anyone know what else could cause a few petechaie with normal bloodwork? Bleeding that won't stop is a medical emergency. (My platelets were lower normal at one time, but were not low.) Theyll ask about your medical history, including any medications you take. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. I don't know. - I don't think my skin is REALLY elastically, but I don't really know how to judge. No idea why it's bugging me now - quarantine stress, stress over GP retiring, something else. A rare complication of immune thrombocytopenia is bleeding into the brain, which can be fatal. - I believe I bruise easily, and have two scars on my hand from a cat bite & a scar on my knee. Patient is a UK registered trade mark. Today I was at L&D due to a headache since Saturday but the nurses and doctor werent too concerned about it when I showed them. I have no fevers, night sweats, bleeding, fatigue, etc, or really anything to worry about, though the 2 or 3 petechiae at a time have come and gone since then. Petechiae- very worried. WebWent back after a week (the petechiae didnt go away) and got a CBC with diff + liver function test and that came back normal. I have similar spots as well. Never a big area like that though. Pasted as rich text. It has driven me to the point i dont want to leave my house or do anything. Uncategorized. I am not as flexible as when I was a teenager, but I can still do stuff any normal almost 30-year old should not do without a lot of practice. information highlighted below and resubmit the form. This approach may involve changing your medications. I only mention it as it might be worth keeping an eye on whether you get red blotching (without the petechiae) at other times, and if you take antihistamines at all, whether they respond to them. You cannot paste images directly. Hey, Bread. Beitrags-Autor: Beitrag verffentlicht: 14. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Many things can cause your platelet levels to drop so you develop thrombocytopenia. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/immune-thrombocytopenia. not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in I never know when something's significant or if I'm just noticing things too closely. I am a 26f, good health besides allergies/chronic sinus issues, normal weight, but I've had history of problems with health anxiety since childhood. You must log in or register to reply here. Typically, straining will cause the dots to appear on the upper area of your body including the neck and shoulders. Petechiae isn't technically a rash, but it is a skin disorder that occurs due to leukemia. They appear as round, pinpoint-sized dots that are not raised. This is really freaking me out. Maybe a -yeah, proverbial missing link, in my case, or hers, or his, or. They seem to always fade within a few days. They were actually used to help make my diagnosis, and actually I'm surprised that they are not on the Beighton scale. I don't do it anymore but once I did and fainted. Petechiae commonly appear in clusters and may look like a rash. Superficial bleeding into the skin that appears as pinpoint-sized reddish-purple spots (petechiae) that look like a rash, usually on the lower legs. I have a blood (platelet) disorder called ITP. I could do it online but I need to find out if my doctor ever actually sent the order for the tests before I go (don't want to go there and not be able to have them done). Awee I'm sorry that it is the cause of your anxiety. If my platelets are too low- & they are- & others' are too, it's sound information. So if someone wants to post about little red spots or strange beings seeming to land on one's rooftop at midnight, I say all power to us. my health anxiety has kicked in since quarantine and ive messaged my GP multiple times about the spots. By Anyone else experience this? Close top bar. Hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS), a group of blood disorders Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), an immune disorder that affects blood clotting Thrombocytopenia, low levels of platelets that help your blood clot A lack of vitamin C (scurvy) or vitamin K in your diet can also lead to petechiae. Question: Petechiae in otherwise healthy 16-month-old. You notice changes in your body that could be thrombocytopenia symptoms, such as new bruises and unusual bleeding. Straining One of the more basic reasons you will have petechiae appear on your skin is due to straining. Paste as plain text instead, Weird buzzing feeling left side of my chest under breast. We don't know what posts in which forum will trigger focused research on our part that might lead to quality of life again. I know your mind might say well that was last time and this time it's different.. but that's the anxiety talking and not facts. When they do occur, they may include: Make an appointment with your doctor if you or your child develops warning signs that worry you. Did your ever go away. I have hundreds My ob doctor didnt seem too concerned. I just want them to go and they wont. They occur mostly on my stomach, though right now I have 2 on my stomach, 1 on my right leg, and 1 on my chest. I've had petechiae with normal counts. http://bestpractice.bmj.com/best-practice/monograph/823/diagnosis/step-by-step.html. It was caused by Chronic ITP (idiopathic/immune thrombocytopenia purpura). Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) in adults: Clinical manifestations and diagnosis. Its ruined my life. Often, healthcare providers can improve platelet counts by treating the underlying cause. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Don't know what to do about it. Petechiae - Health Anxiety - Anxiety Central Forums & Chat Room Home Anxiety Disorders Forum Health Anxiety Petechiae Sign in to follow this Followers 1 Everyday when I get home from work I have some in my legs and sometimes feet, There always the same. Click here to register.Everyone is welcome! They can be caused by a simple injury, straining or more serious conditions. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Platelets are blood cells that form blood clots to help stop bleeding. And of course if you Google them it's always cancer!! Today I saw a new rheumatologist for the first time in 10 years. Anxiety and Stress please help with advice. Has anyone else had that many appear all at once? etc. So got a sunburn on shoulders and stomach a couple weeks ago, after a week I started to peel and get petechiae on stomach and shoulders there still coming and going it's been 3 weeks. However, common causes include injury to the skin or repeated coughing. WebCan petechiae be caused by stress? Today I read someone's words about Sjogrens. They never go away. He prescribed me an ointment and they went away. hi you had answered a question of mine a couple days ago regarding petechiae , if there where only spots randomly placed around the body would that be a concern? I was litterally suffocating. Has anyone ever had petechiae after a sunburn like when you start feeling? Clear editor. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Is there any hope? - Teeth have always been hugely crowded, as I have a small mouth. Your link has been automatically embedded. So, my best guess is that petechiae may be associated with B12/folate deficiency, since it has helped in my case. I'll have to bring it up to my doctor; thanks for pointing it out. Patient aims to help the world proactively manage its healthcare, supplying evidence-based information on a wide range of medical and health topics to patients and health professionals. Welcome to a place for everyone who identifies with having health anxiety, is an ally of someone with health anxiety, or just wants to learn more about our growing community. MedHelp is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. Thats why healthcare providers arent sure exactly how many people have this condition. It will blow over in due time, yeah. My mind immediately went into overdrive because I remembered a friend of mine mentioning red spots on his girlfriends legs right before she was (incorrectly) diagnosed with leukemia. Amoxicillin is know to cause them also anti depressants will too that's what I was told how long you been on antibiotics Thousands collectively. I am not Could the UTI and spots be related? WTF? 1. Hmm, I didn't think anything of this. I have another question now. It was a horrible sight. I noticed after working out and showering that I had 2 new spots on my stomach, and a small line of very small spots which looked like it was from an abrasion. You might also find them inside your mouth or We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are Accessed March 12, 2019. Petechiae, which are small, flat red spots under the skin caused by blood leaking from blood vessels Purpura, which is bleeding in your skin that can cause red, purple, or brownish- yellow spots Paleness or jaundice (a yellowish color of the skin or whites of the eyes) Extreme tiredness A fever A fast heart rate or shortness of breath Volleyball!! Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. Ugh. I'll occasionally worry about stuff that otherwise never bothers me. I quickly went in to see a rheumatologist, he is a HIGHLY respected rheumatologist. Go figure! So I have them all the time. Yeah this happens to me now and again. Maybe it's more about sustained pressure than how tight something is. I too have health anxiety and have been to 5 doctors regarding my petechiae and they all are not concerned since my blood work was normal. - Have never broken a bone. ITP is more common among young women. I have petechiae which is associated with leukemia and its freaking the hell out of me. Tons and tons of them. 1998-2023 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). I started taking Prozac 2 months ago and in March I was feeling really h Petechiae here and there really aren't too much of a concern. JavaScript is disabled. So if they won't maybe it's something else and not side effect of medicine. I get these too and thought is was just broken blood vessels! I'm worried (as usual), and I have made a doctors appointment about it. If you do, ask your healthcare provider if there are medications or activities you should avoid. Bubbs21 Member Posts: 47. Healthcare providers typically treat thrombocytopenia by treating the underlying condition and/or changing the medication that caused the issue. I just constantly look for the dang things, on legs cause of past break outs and of course I Google everything and main reason for them it says leukemia so constant anxiety. Usually flat to the touch, petechiae don't lose color when you press on them. The most common symptoms associated with anxiety include, but arent limited to: Persistent restlessness or nervousness. Should I call and request another CBC? I'm worried (as usual), and I have made a doctors appointment about it. The spots keep popping up on my biceps, arm pits and hips. As the title says, for the past year I have been getting petechiae and heart palpitations after i got strep throat. information submitted for this request. Review/update the WebPetechiae and Palpitations causing me stress As the title says, for the past year I have been getting petechiae and heart palpitations after i got strep throat. 15. WebNeisseria meningiditis A leading source of community-acquired sepsis and meningitis Serogroup B in < 5 years Serogroups C, Y, and W135 in adolescents and adults US has historic low since quadrivalent conjugate vaccine Transmission through respiratory droplets or secretions Risk factors Age (younger than 1 year or between 15 and 24 years) Other symptoms include: Thrombocytopenia causes fall into one of three categories: Specific factors affecting platelet supply include: Healthcare providers will do a physical examination. WebNeisseria meningiditis A leading source of community-acquired sepsis and meningitis Serogroup B in < 5 years Serogroups C, Y, and W135 in adolescents and adults US has historic low since quadrivalent conjugate vaccine Transmission through respiratory droplets or secretions Risk factors Age (younger than 1 year or between 15 and 24 years) Persistent worry thats difficult to control. Sign up for free, and stay up to date on research advancements, health tips and current health topics, like COVID-19, plus expertise on managing health. You need to see a doctor urgently because there may be a serious cause that needs urgent treatment, such as meningococcal infection. Sometimes petechiae can appear (even with normal counts) if a person cuts off circulation to the area. If you have this condition, its important to understand why you have low platelet levels. What did you do? Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? Accessed Feb. 21, 2019. You are ok. You can post now and register later. We're the ones invested in causes and cures. Find out what can trigger a panic attack and what to do if you have one. If you don't have signs of bleeding and your platelet count isn't too low, you may not need any treatment. yea ive had a few blood tests done and everything looks normal, that still doesnt fill me with confidence and for the palpitations my doctor just kinda says "we done tests, get over it" :C. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Formerly known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, ITP can cause purple bruises, as well as tiny reddish-purple dots that look like a rash. Nickdon321, May 12, 2019 in Health Anxiety. information and will only use or disclose that information as set forth in our notice of I'm a teenager and it feels like I've had anxiety my whole life. My husband said my arms and legs were jerking. Just one more reason, I guess to get a diagnosis! Having said that, in respect of the streaking effect and the generalised redness, the photo looks like a hybrid of petechiae and the weird blotching that I'm getting these days as a non-itchy allergy thing (if I get too much of it, it's time to reach for the piriton [chlorpheniramine] or risk having more of a reaction some time later that can extend as far as breathlessness and confusion). Are there any treatment risks or side effects? I Its most likely just pressure on your body for long periods of time, I dont think its anything to stress over too much. But a few reappeared again yesterday, again on my thighs. The bloods ability to clot depends on healthy blood platelets. i went to my doctor who did a cbc and said the blood was perfect all my levels and such where as he said fantastic i showed him some of the spots and he kind of had a smerk and said he couldnt answer my question but it was probably a skin issue and not domething caused by an internal problem , i told him they dont go away and he said again its nothing serious from what he can see. *sigh*. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Immune Thrombocytopenia Pupura. You must log in or register to reply here. Sorry, I wish I had an answer. They scare me every time I see them, I always tell my self I'm not gonna look anymore but then some caught my eye an I haven't read the whole thread, but I had petechiae as a teen. I'm frustrated that for 10 years I've thought I've had something when it could be something else entirely; especially since the doctor that diagnosed me brushed off my confusion in symptoms and noted the hyper-mobility and nothing more. We use arnica salve on him at the first sign of injury and this seems to help. Seek immediate help if you or your child experiences bleeding that can't be controlled by the usual first-aid techniques, such as applying pressure to the area. - My grandmother could touch the floor with her hands (not palms) when she was 75!! Forums Anxiety Disorders Health Anxiety (Hypochondria) Dr. Hushang Haghighat answered. I've always been troubled, knowing something must be wrong, but no one has determined what. Are you sure you want to block this member? I finally had to have my spleen removed to fix the problem. Headaches, stomachaches, muscle aches, and other unexplained pain. Exaggerated somnolence, there is no way to awaken the child. Inner arms and top of legs close to wear leg attaches to the hip/groin/torso (?). They can sometimes indicate a drug reaction or more serious blood-related issues, so you might want to get it checked out. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. At the time they first occurred, I had been fighting off a nasty cold for a week. Your previous content has been restored. Yup - I had a lot of pressure applied to that area and then a few hours later noticed them there. I have to get blood tests done soon anyway, so I'll know sooner or later if something's up besides my giant melon head being too much for one arm to support. I would not be surprised if one of us actually finds the cause or cure. I hate looking at my inner arms and seeing more and more. If Googlewere a real doctor, it wouldhave had its license to practice medicine revoked long ago. It always freaks me out at least a little, but it's never been a sign of a serious problem.