I have not been diagnosed with EDS just familial hypermobility syndrome. They won't go away. Hugs. They were actually used to help make my diagnosis, and actually I'm surprised that they are not on the Beighton scale. I never know when something's significant or if I'm just noticing things too closely. appropriate medical assistance immediately. Nothing was even borderline out-of-range. Press J to jump to the feed. However, I do only weight 100 pounds, so my body may not stress the joints there There are multiple causes for thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, etc. Display as a link instead, information highlighted below and resubmit the form. 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) You might also find them inside your mouth or Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I have another question now. 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 Learn more about five causes of petechiae and your treatment options. MedHelp is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. They can come up for various reasons. Resurrecting this thread because I have tons of new little petechiae blood pinpricks appearing on my inner arms. Paste as plain text instead, I can bend my thumbs to touch my wrists, touch the floor with my palms, could make a "bridge" with my back when hands and feet are planted on the floor (don't do it now due to stiffness), I can clasp my hands and move them all the way behind my body without unclasping my hands and likewise plant my forearms in the center of my back, I was the fastest person in class by a mile when we had "crab" races etc. I started seeing my then-doctor in 2012. Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. When I'm out in the sun they are very noticeable. As noted in posts around the site, an overwhelming majority of doctors- incl., & especially, psychiatrists- have a staggering dearth of education about ME. I have petechiae which is associated with leukemia and its freaking the hell out of me. Is there any hope? WebPetechiae here and there really aren't too much of a concern. People with severe thrombocytopenia may have an increased risk of developing the following conditions: A normal platelet count or level in adults ranges from 150,000 to 450,000 platelets per microliter of blood. Befallingdusk - Thu the redness almost instantly disappears but leaves behind either the bright red spot (petechiae or angioma) or a tiny, raised, light brown crusty scab-like lesion. 1. Registered number: 10004395 Registered office: Fulford Grange, Micklefield Lane, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6BA. I almost always get huge stripes of them when I get my blood pressure taken. My pinprick petechiae keep continuing to add tons of new spots. October 2012 #1. Today I saw a new rheumatologist for the first time in 10 years. We're the ones invested in causes and cures. A friend with ME/CFS also had a lot of angiomas. Copyright Anxiety Central 2011-2019 I have had chronic sinus/digestive problems and I also have extensive petechiae(mainly limbs tho' slightly fewer/larger on trunk). rabbit sneeze attack; liberty finance Noticed em 2 weeks after. Could they somehow be stress related? Usually flat to the touch, petechiae don't lose color when you press on them. But twice this week my entire forearm has been absolutely covered, with big patches on my upper arm. It always freaks me out at least a little, but it's never been a sign of a serious problem. Who knew?! I battle majority with health anxiety. I don't want to hassle the doctor continually if there is nothing to worry about, but it was frustrating that she seemed so flippant about them and couldn't really explain why I have them. Try our Symptom Checker Got any other symptoms? This content does not have an Arabic version. respect of any healthcare matters. Straining One of the more basic reasons you will have petechiae appear on your skin is due to straining. Went for a blood test and it came back normal. I'll occasionally worry about stuff that otherwise never bothers me. Your doctor may suggest treatment to maintain a stable platelet count, taking into account the effects on your baby. Usually from carrying a shoulder bag or sleeping on my arm weird. Its ruined my life. The Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and Related Disorders Support Community connects patients, families, friends and caregivers for knowledge, support and inspiration. When I was googling it petechiae is super common with sunburns. Please help. If I get anything Ill come back and post. This is really freaking me out. information is beneficial, we may combine your email and website usage information with Back on antidepressants due to anxiety and panic attacks, Pounding heart/palpitations driving me crazy, Anxious thoughts , doomsdaying about everything. :(. Petechiae is associated with thrombocytopenia. Ugh. Immune Thrombocytopenia Pupura. Just looking to commiserate with someone on the petechiae. Coming to a Cleveland Clinic location?Hillcrest Cancer Center check-in changesCole Eye entrance closingVisitation, mask requirements and COVID-19 information, Notice of Intelligent Business Solutions data eventLearn more. Platelets are blood cells that form blood clots to help stop bleeding. They may have small red spots on the skin, or petechiae, which occur due to tiny blood vessels that have bled. The color varies from red to blue or purple as they age and gradually disappear. WebPetechiae are small, purpuric lesions up to 2mm across Ecchymoses or bruises are larger extravasations of blood. Have questions about navigating your Inspire support community or need assistance from one of our Inspire Moderators? i had complete blood work done about 4 weeks ago and everything came back normal, a rheumatologist and dermatologist looked at my photos and also assured me nothing is concerning about them. If you do, ask your healthcare provider if there are medications or activities you should avoid. You are ok. You can post now and register later. I personally would not be too concerned as this is a symptom we have seen regularly with him for the past 7 years. 1. Here they appear on a leg (A) and on an abdomen (B). By using this Site you agree to the following, By using this Site you agree to the following. Maybe it's more about sustained pressure than how tight something is. 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. Are you sure you want to block this member? Inner arms and top of legs close to wear leg attaches to the hip/groin/torso (?). Weird buzzing feeling left side of my chest under breast. I had petechiae after a severe episode of hyponatraemia (low blood sodium). Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek I'd get petechiae checked out. I'm having the same exact issue as you for 6 months now with no explanation! Anybody else ever have this happen? WTF? Hmm, I didn't think anything of this. At the time I was taking aspirin everyday due to dental issues. Anyone figure out what caused the onslaught? Petechiae may look like a rash and usually appear in clusters. WebCan petechiae be caused by stress? - I believe I bruise easily, and have two scars on my hand from a cat bite & a scar on my knee. Bruises: Bruises happen when blood pools under your skin. Unfortunately I dont remember. Tons and tons of them. Please register to post and use the extra features available to members. *sigh* So I thought I'd weigh in what members with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome think. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a disorder that can lead to easy or excessive bruising and bleeding. What changes can I make to minimize bleeding and bruising? If you see petechiae and Just one more reason, I guess to get a diagnosis! Maybe a -yeah, proverbial missing link, in my case, or hers, or his, or. http://bestpractice.bmj.com/best-practice/monograph/823/diagnosis/step-by-step.html. I feel it is more likely that you are suffering with an anxiety disorder than MS or Leukemia. 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. Clear editor. WebThank you for this post. My dad can, or at least used to be able to, do the thumb to wrist trick. They did x-rays and a MRI scan and bloodwork. Paste as plain text instead, My husband said my arms and legs were jerking. Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic Press. So it's us- right here- educating ourselves and interested parties about this devastation likened to last stage AIDS. Usually on my upper thighs. If you are a Mayo Clinic patient, this could Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. By It doesn't itch or hurt at all. I've had petechiae with normal counts. In December I broke out with hundreds of petechiae all over my tummy and chest. Immune thrombocytopenia. You can post now and register later. WTF? Illness Anxiety & Hypochondriasis) in its many forms in our own societal realms. Skeleton, Skin, Muscles, Hair, Teeth and Nails, we pay way too much attention to any detail in our bodies. Does anyone know what else could cause a few petechaie with normal bloodwork? Many things can cause your platelet levels to drop so you develop thrombocytopenia. Hugs love your post. If you have thrombocytopenia, you may bleed a lot, and the bleeding may be hard to stop. Morrow ES Jr. Allscripts EPSi. 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. Hi, I'm just wonderingare you by any chance on Prozac? Like, ALL over it. The risk appears to be higher in people who also have diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome. Nickdon321, May 12, 2019 in Health Anxiety. There is another thread on the forum about petechiae and they mentioned sunburn as something that can cause it. AskMayoExpert. my health anxiety has kicked in since quarantine and ive messaged my GP multiple times about the spots. Less than 0.1% probably. Beitrags-Autor: Beitrag verffentlicht: 14. https://patient.info/forums/discuss/browse/anxiety-disorders-70, New guy heresharing my debilitating anxiety story, Mirtazapine increasing from 15 mg to 30 mg, Fleuxotine 20mg. Maybe a -yeah, proverbial missing link, in my case, or hers, or his, or. ), chest (two) and a few other areas on my body. Frankly I would never want to experience anything higher because that was fully debilitating and I was screaming and hyperventilating in pain daily for two months. What type of ointment was it you got do you remember, What kind of ointment I'd also like to know so maybe I could try it. Really, it is just broken capillaries under the skincan be caused by trauma (ie sports). It really had my arm in a vice grip. 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.