Your previous content has been restored. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Last reply 2 weeks ago. I know how you feel, have u ever noticed any on your legs? I get them when I carry bags on my shoulders, scratch, and especially when I played volleyball! I have a small 'sprinkling' of them on the back of each of my upper arms, that are permanent. When I'm out in the sun they are very noticeable. It has driven me to the point i dont want to leave my house or do anything. Clumps of them on your skin look like a rash. Hey, Bread. I have same thing. I also have several cherry angiomas on my trunk, arms, back and skull. information is beneficial, we may combine your email and website usage information with petechiae anxiety forum. Beitrags-Autor: Beitrag verffentlicht: 14. Noticed em 2 weeks after. How many times have folks on the forum diagnosed themselves with a deadly disease because of google? I first noticed it after trauma to the forehead requiring 4 sutures. Inner arms and top of legs close to wear leg attaches to the hip/groin/torso (?). Abdominal exam: he discarded any symptoms of ascites and he said he couldn't feel my spleen or liver were enlarged by palpating and by taping it sounded they were I've recently started getting them with exposure to sun! While the x-rays did not show much the other test showed inflammation on a scale of 6/10. Are you sure you want to block this member? 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. I have another question now. Children may develop ITP after a viral infection and usually recover fully without treatment. I never associated it with something unusual. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? A friend with ME/CFS also had a lot of angiomas. 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. The risk appears to be higher in people who also have diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome. If you had a splenectomy, youre at increased risk of infection. Nickdon321, April 30, 2019 in Health Anxiety. I had Lyme at 16 and have had these spots come and go ever since blood work comes back fine every few yrs I have a major break out from head to toe, but any other day I have a few on legs feet and upper body. however, i havent been able to shake my anxiety over them and have since developed severe symptoms of stress (shaky hands, heart palpitations) which, although I know is just anxiety, i use to fuel the assertion that something is wrong with me. These are dark red or purple and don't fade with pressure. A few days later the doctor ordered bloodwork to ease my fears about leukemia (a fear I've had since 8 years old or so), and the CBC was normal. 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. It sounds like the ones on your legs went away when your anxiety subsided, so it could be a skin problem related to that? Additionally, considering the fact no entity has found a CAUSE for ME, much less a cure (with very good theories out there, & good results from some trmts), this site helps empower us all with our own "anecdotal" evidence. the unsubscribe link in the e-mail. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) care at Mayo Clinic. Accessed March 13, 2019. Immune thrombocytopenia may have no signs and symptoms. What did you do? Looking to increase/ Ride it out. Fatigue or tiredness with little or no obvious cause. Irritability. 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. 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. But never like the ones I'm getting now where they just keep coming back, and in a different place than usual. Mine bled when rubbed. Petechiae is associated with thrombocytopenia. 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. By kp27. But a few reappeared again yesterday, again on my thighs. Hugs love your post. Bottom line once your healthcare provider finds out why your platelet levels are low, theyll take steps to help you. I'm always covered in them over any little bump, light pressure or touch. If you see petechiae and Its ruined my life. They also tested for the genetic marker of ankylosing spondylitis and I had it. If we combine this information with your protected 1. Once both my legs were covered with them after I stood for a few hours in mildly abrasive pants. Interestingly, I also ave chronic microscopic hematuria (blood in urine) and have had tests, but is probably there due to something similar to the petechiae. I just realized I got this type of rash in my arm only out of no where . The palpitations happen whenever, when i sit up in bed or stand up, when i laugh to hard or just now when i was bring groceries in i could feel it pulsing in my neck. Morrow ES Jr. Allscripts EPSi. I've always been troubled, knowing something must be wrong, but no one has determined what. 1. etc. :(. Has anyone else had that many appear all at once? I was one of the lucky ones for whom that worked. If you're pregnant and your platelet count is very low or you have bleeding, you have a greater risk of heavy bleeding during delivery. I was also taking amoxicillin. Yes had blood work and all was good. Patient is a UK registered trade mark. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Thrombocytopenia levels are: Some people with mild cases of thrombocytopenia dont have symptoms. I'm worried (as usual), and I have made a doctors appointment about it. George JN, et al. Same as ever, still get patches occasionally but I've never had any blood test results that suggest anything wrong when I get yearly blood tests done or stuff like that. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Didn't find the answer you were looking for? I'm 39 and my doc said it's a side effect of blood thinners and that's what aspirin is. Copyright Anxiety Central 2011-2019 I went to see the neurologist and did numerous test. I've started looking at other people to see if they have them two i noticed some do, my wife has them all the time all over her legs. The bleeding causes the petechiae to appear include protected health information. Thats why healthcare providers arent sure exactly how many people have this condition. MedHelp is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. It told me I had als. Pain free everywhere. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Been to multiple docs no one can figure it out. if so it could just be your skin is sensitive and even rubbing against fabric or sweating could trigger them (im not a doctor but thats what Ive been told). Immune thrombocytopenia. One of the most serious side effects of proton pump inhibitors (PPI) is C. difficile diarrhea. If you have thrombocytopenia, ask your healthcare provider what caused the issue and what treatment or lifestyle changes they recommend. 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 They can sometimes indicate a drug reaction or more serious blood-related issues, so you might want to get it checked out. Can anxiety cause being scared of sleeping? Web1. Question: Petechiae in otherwise healthy 16-month-old. I think it is an EDS/weak capillaries problem, along with the horrible bruising for no reason on my legs. The nurse practitioner looked at them, agreed they might be petechiae, but that they did not look concerning to her. Nothing good ever comes of it. One of the more basic reasons you will have petechiae appear on your skin is due to straining. They usually appear on your arms, legs, stomach, and buttocks. Patient does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You cannot paste images directly. I looked like raw bacon after.) Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. 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. Pasted as rich text. Dont worry about it too much, Ive had the same before, I used to get them all over my legs and feet every time I showered. They come and go mostly on my stomach. Because after the egregious medical shove-off the vast majority of we MEers went & still go thru- left in our homes suffering, or on the job barely making it or getting fired, hard-won careers lost (that took decades to build, in my case), then denied the basic safety net of food & shelter (never mind medical care) via SSDI, et al., & the charming now-increased likelihood of a variety of nasty diseases statistically tied to ME onset, and/or the untimely deaths via suicide (just 1 leading ME mortality cause), and after. Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a disorder that can lead to easy or excessive bruising and bleeding. When the doctor called with the results her exact words were, "Your counts are normal, you definitely do not have cancer." Yeah this happens to me now and again. A quick google search was all I needed for the anxiety to set in. In this thread, people posted they don't have them, or they do & increased at CFS onset, or right before. undefined will no longer be visible to you including posts, replies, and photos. We don't know what posts in which forum will trigger focused research on our part that might lead to quality of life again. Evaluation: trauma usually produce bruises ,so for petechiae, baby need to have Straining One of the more basic reasons you will have petechiae appear on your skin is due to straining. And it bugged me for a couple of days. If you have this condition, its important to understand why you have low platelet levels. The pediatrician saw them at his well check and didn't comment on them. Platelets are blood cells that form blood clots to help stop bleeding. I also have very small pinpoint like red spots on my arms, chest, and legs that do in fact blanch and have been there for years. And I believed it..sad but true..scary what Google can do to you. The only one in charge of my medical care now is me. I also get them if I scratch my skin too hard. Petechiae isn't technically a rash, but it is a skin disorder that occurs due to leukemia. Ive googled and Im freaking out . There is another thread on the forum about petechiae and they mentioned sunburn as something that can cause it. You might also find them inside your mouth or - BOTH rheumatologist noted my hyper-mobility. Tiny, spaced out red spots? I wish the lab would call me back so I could schedule the damn blood work but no luck. However, that information will still be included in details such as numbers of replies. This community is sponsored by the Ehlers-Danlos Society, an Inspire trusted partner. Thank God for another member who posted on another support group board recently, or I still wouldnt know! The bleeding causes the petechiae to appear red, brown or purple. Yes, I've woken up with a large area seemingly covered in petechiae, and all was well. I am worried about leukemia and other terminal illnesses related to petechiae. I get petechiae a lot. Could the UTI and spots be related? "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.org," "Mayo Clinic Healthy Living," and the triple-shield Mayo Clinic logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Typically, straining will cause the dots to appear on the upper area of your body including the neck and shoulders. Yes, I get them as well. Thrombocytopenia often affects people with certain medical conditions, like autoimmune disease or who take certain medications. My doctor prescribed me Escitilopram 10mg and Buspirone 7.5mg and I'm scared. Thanks to a little fake tan, I am able to easily cover the arm stuff, otherwise I use a little Laura Geller baked body frosting, a very natural bronzer, to lightly cover the spots. My EEG was normal, and they found a I have many cherry angiomas that pop up (can be small, but usually larger/raised and a bright red compared to the petechiae), that I've periodically had my dermatologist remove over the years -- especially on my trunk area. Clear editor. If I get anything Ill come back and post. Mayo Clinic on Incontinence - Mayo Clinic Press, NEW The Essential Diabetes Book - Mayo Clinic Press, NEW Ending the Opioid Crisis - Mayo Clinic Press, FREE Mayo Clinic Diet Assessment - Mayo Clinic Press, Mayo Clinic Health Letter - FREE book - Mayo Clinic Press, Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health Book, 5th Edition, Newsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter Digital Edition, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) prevention and treatment. They never go away. Got em again last night. Hey, do you still have the petechiae? Typically, straining will cause the dots to appear on the upper area of your body including the neck and shoulders. They rang the proverbial bell. If my platelets are too low- & they are- & others' are too, it's sound information. WebPetechiae are tiny spots of bleeding under the skin. I get petechiae whenever I scratch too hard, always have done since childhood. I haven't figured out what I'm allergic to, which I suspect is because I'm *not* reacting much to any single trigger (except ibuprofen, which as of about 6 months ago I appear to be genuinely allergic to) and instead react a tiny bit to lots of things and if I bump into too many of them too closely will get a bigger reaction. For example, you may have an autoimmune disease that affects your platelet levels. And Ive taken a closer look at my body and i have these tiny tiny ones spread out on my arms, much smaller than the ones on my thighs, i had to look really closely to spot them. However he said when it's a side effect of medicine it'll go away within a month. One hand is normal now, and the other is a sea of dots. However, common causes include injury to the skin or repeated coughing. Petechiae result from tiny areas of superficial bleeding into the skin. Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. Paste as plain text instead, Uncategorized. 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. In most children with ITP, the disorder follows a viral illness, such as the mumps or the flu. 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.