Read our editorial policy. OK so let's connect some dots. I'm 39 and my doc said it's a side effect of blood thinners and that's what aspirin is. At the time I was taking asp I no how you feel, have you ever noticed any on your legs? Hugs. Petechiae- very worried. | Cancer Chat 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. We're the ones invested in causes and cures. I had explained this to my first rheumatologist but he'd brushed it off. The bleeding causes the petechiae to appear http://bestpractice.bmj.com/best-practice/monograph/823/diagnosis/step-by-step.html. 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. Immune thrombocytopenia may have no signs and symptoms. Accessed Feb. 21, 2019. The rheumatologist told me that's what I had and once my first flare up was under control I never went back. I wish it didn't allow you to look up anything medical.. oh how free would a lot of us be. 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. They can be caused by a simple injury, straining or more serious conditions. Petechiae? Freaking out - Anxiety - MedHelp *sigh*, OkayI just broke out in a new wave of these this evening, all over one of my hands and that forearm. Anybody else ever have this happen? He did not think I have AS. They were actually used to help make my diagnosis, and actually I'm surprised that they are not on the Beighton scale. I feel it is more likely that you are suffering with an anxiety disorder than MS or Leukemia. Can petechiae be caused by stress? I have them scattered on my Take over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin) or acetaminophen ( Tylenol ). Drink extra fluids to prevent dehydration. To prevent petechiae, you need to avoid the conditions that can cause them. But you cant prevent all of the possible underlying causes of petechiae. Find out what can trigger a panic attack and what to do if you have one. Finally i found out what the name is! At least a few times sneezing resulted in SHIFTING the pain to the other joint - this sensation hasn't happened in years, but it still is something that did happen at one time. Yes, I've woken up with a large area seemingly covered in petechiae, and all was well. You must log in or register to reply here. Never disregard the medical advice of your physician or health professional, or delay in seeking such advice, because of something you read on this Site. 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. Hugs love your post. other information we have about you. The pediatrician saw them at his well check and didn't comment on them. If you have pinpoint-sized red dots under your skin AskMayoExpert. Go figure! Your doctor may suggest treatment to maintain a stable platelet count, taking into account the effects on your baby. *sigh* So I thought I'd weigh in what members with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome think. JMHO though. Often, healthcare providers can improve platelet counts by treating the underlying cause. Im sure youre fine. Are you sure you want to block this member? I've recently started getting them with exposure to sun! As the title says, for the past year I have been getting petechiae and heart palpitations after i got strep throat. Who knew?! MedHelp is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. Petechiae, yay | Anxiety Community Forum The petechiae were on his face, scalp, and a few on his back. In most children with ITP, the disorder follows a viral illness, such as the mumps or the flu. My dad can, or at least used to be able to, do the thumb to wrist trick. I just don't get why I got hundreds, Amoxicillin is know to cause them also anti depressants will too that's what I was told how long you been on antibiotics, I was on amoxicillin for 10 days. I think a lot of people get them. 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) My doctor prescribed me Escitilopram 10mg and Buspirone 7.5mg and I'm scared. The only one in charge of my medical care now is me. Try our Symptom Checker Got any other symptoms? My ob doctor didnt seem too concerned. Difficulty in breathing Fever, without apparent cause, coldness in the legs, feet, and hands. Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Blood Cancers & Disorders support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community. I'd get petechiae checked out. Bubbs21 Member Posts: 47. Patient does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Today I read someone's words about Sjogrens. Web1. I'm worried now because I have a dermatology appointment on Thursday to figure this out, and I got my last CBC report from end of February today. Fuzzy/grip on my head any tips or medication I could take ? Interestingly, the rubber band for the blood test that felt like it would cut through my arm left no marks. :(. I have a blood (platelet) disorder called ITP. Neither are good and leave the mind to wander. 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. 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. Should I be worried, and has anybody else experienced this? Thrombocytopenia occurs when your bone marrow doesnt make enough platelets. This community is sponsored by the Ehlers-Danlos Society, an Inspire trusted partner. It's kind of an allergic reaction to sunlight. Stress and anxiety and Petechiae - eHealthMe If you have thrombocytopenia, here are some suggested ways to take care of yourself: Thrombocytopenia symptoms can develop very quickly or over time. I don't do it anymore but once I did and fainted. Severe thrombocytopenia increases your risk of internal bleeding or heart attack. Webpetechiae anxiety forum. Every time your mind gets worried.. remember that you have had it looked at previously and even had blood work done. I also have dermographism. Is there any hope? Healthline That, too, is helpful information. 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. If you see petechiae and 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) The most common symptoms associated with anxiety include, but arent limited to: Persistent restlessness or nervousness. 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. From the very beginning I was confused over my arthritis diagnosis. It is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as medical advice or a diagnosis of any health or fitness problem, condition or disease; or a recommendation for a specific test, doctor, care provider, procedure, treatment plan, product, or course of action. Are there any treatment risks or side effects? And I believed it..sad but true..scary what Google can do to you. ); the bloodwork came back fine. Hmm, I didn't think anything of this. Petechiae Sometimes petechiae can appear (even with normal counts) if a person cuts off circulation to the area. Back on antidepressants due to anxiety and panic attacks, Pounding heart/palpitations driving me crazy, Anxious thoughts , doomsdaying about everything. Bottom line once your healthcare provider finds out why your platelet levels are low, theyll take steps to help you. It was a horrible sight. I'm covered in them from head to toe, esp. I always get this, especially on my arm, where the strap to my purse or filled canvas grocery bag is resting on. LOL! I think it's Petechiae - Petechiae are pinpoint, round spots that appear on the skin as a result of bleeding under the skin. I no how you feel, have you ever noticed any on your legs? Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. Things that have bothered me before, or even new things. 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. About 5% of people who are pregnant develop mild thrombocytopenia just before giving birth. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Platelet Disorders Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) You must log in or register to reply here. The bloods ability to clot depends on healthy blood platelets. I think it's Petechiae - Petechiae are pinpoint, round spots that appear on the skin as a result of bleeding under the skin. Proton Pump Inhibitors If you have this condition, its important to understand why you have low platelet levels. My husband said my arms and legs were jerking. A few weeks ago I noticed some 11-12 red spots on my thighs that didnt blanche when I pressed on them. Healthline Want to talk about Multiple Myeloma: Anyone else? They are chronic, and showed up gradually with no reason. No one else seemed to get them. Has anyone else had that many appear all at once? Here they appear on a leg (A) and on an abdomen (B). Advertising on our site helps support our mission. And this thread. Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic Press. They do know a related condition, immune thrombocytopenia, affects 3 to 4 in 100,000 children and adults. - The last few years I've have petechiae (red blood spots) appear on my temple (one on each side; like a mirror image hidden by my hair for the most part thank god! Usually on my upper thighs. my health anxiety has kicked in since quarantine and ive messaged my GP multiple times about the spots. http://freethoughtblogs.com/wwjtd/files/2012/08/540345_3712757863939_1815003449_n1.jpg. Petechiae I'll occasionally worry about stuff that otherwise never bothers me. its frustrating when no one understands, but its reassuring to know other people have gone through it as well. You need to see a doctor urgently because there may be a serious cause that needs urgent treatment, such as meningococcal infection. I hate looking at my inner arms and seeing more and more. WebPetechiae here and there really aren't too much of a concern. It was explained to us that this is part of EDS- fragile skin, capillaries etc. Accessed March 12, 2019. I almost always get huge stripes of them when I get my blood pressure taken. Im sure Im forgetting something, as forgetfulness is another complaint. Powered by Invision Community. People may have thrombocytopenia and not realize it because their symptoms are so mild. Mayo Clinic In adults, this may be triggered by infection with HIV, hepatitis or H. pylori the type of bacteria that causes stomach ulcers. 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. Neither the petechiae nor the angiomas ever itch or hurt. In this thread, people posted they don't have them, or they do & increased at CFS onset, or right before. Everything was within normal limits except the MPV, which was a little high at 10.3. Inner arms and top of legs close to wear leg attaches to the hip/groin/torso (?). If you have thrombocytopenia, ask your healthcare provider what caused the issue and what treatment or lifestyle changes they recommend. It doesn't itch or hurt at all. Yeah this happens to me now and again. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. A quick google search was all I needed for the anxiety to set in. I eventually convinced myself though that it was because I had been wearing tight jeans for a few days, and my anxiety subsided, especially after they disappeared a couple of days later. Volleyball!! undefined will no longer be visible to you including posts, replies, and photos. In December I broke out with hundreds of petechiae all over my tummy and chest. Blood work came out good. Doc had no explanation. Frustrating. They For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. That said, I think petechiae are only cause for alarm if they come on suddenly in a number of places (especially the trunk), without pressure, injury, or chronic weak capillaries to explain them. Health anxiety back, now convinced I have leukemia - Patient What did you do? Petechiae The general aching in your bones and muscles could well be associated with They What changes can I make to minimize bleeding and bruising? Have you had a blood test done to rule out anything? All rights reserved. I also get them occasionally, from various things, but especially when I've slept in a weird position. Petechiae commonly appear in clusters and may look like a rash. Has anyone else had that many appear all at once? I never know when something's significant or if I'm just noticing things too closely. Pasted as rich text. WebCan petechiae be caused by stress? information highlighted below and resubmit the form. Make a donation. Been to multiple docs no one can figure it out. Superficial bleeding into the skin that appears as pinpoint-sized reddish-purple spots (petechiae) that look like a rash, usually on the lower legs. Philadelphia, Pa.: Elsevier; 2019. https://www.clinicalkey.com. This approach may involve changing your medications. information is beneficial, we may combine your email and website usage information with Petechiae - Health Anxiety - Anxiety Central Forums & Chat Room Went for a blood test and it came back normal. My platelets have been in the 400's ever since. 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. - Never dislocated a joint, at least not to my knowledge, since that should be painful? Typically, straining will cause the dots to appear on the upper area of your body including the neck and shoulders. Oh, lastly, born with a blood disorder, I wonder if anyone else posting here has one. health information, we will treat all of that information as protected health I looked like raw bacon after.) 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. Petechiae may look like a rash and usually appear in clusters. Don't know what to do about it. I started seeing my then-doctor in 2012. Noticed em 2 weeks after. I have a ton of freckles tho so maybe didn't notice em right away. ITP is more common among young women. Normal blood work. I've had petechiae on my arms for over 20 years. red devils mc ontario. They won't go away. Ugh. Theyll also discuss lifestyle changes that may boost your platelet levels. WebDefinitions. For example, you may have an autoimmune disease that affects your platelet levels. 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. Get useful, helpful and relevant health + wellness information, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44195 |, Important Updates + Notice of Vendor Data Event, (https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2012/0315/p612.html), (https://www.cancer.net/coping-with-cancer/physical-emotional-and-social-effects-cancer/managing-physical-side-effects/low-platelet-count-or-thrombocytopenia), (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK542208/), (https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/blood-disorders/platelet-disorders/overview-of-thrombocytopenia), (https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/thrombocytopenia), Visitation, mask requirements and COVID-19 information, Bone Marrow Failure and Cytopenias Treatment. He said unless my SI joints are fused, I do not currently present any signs of AS and that the other symptoms I've had are not that common in AS. Since you had bloodwork done last time, there is In December I broke out with hundreds of petechiae all over my tummy and chest. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? We use arnica salve on him at the first sign of injury and this seems to help. It sounds like the ones on your legs went away when your anxiety subsided, so it could be a skin problem related to that? Just slept funny. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. So I took it as an answer. Some symptoms: At the time I was taking aspirin everyday due to dental issues. 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 Hopefully it'll blow over soon. Copyright Anxiety Central 2011-2019 Rash: although there were some petechiae in my body most of my rash is slightly raised and non-petechiae and the skin is dry. Do you always have some though on your legs? Yup - I had a lot of pressure applied to that area and then a few hours later noticed them there. Is it really anxiety? Petechiae WebPetechiae. 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. Anxiety In adults, the disorder is often long term. Petechiae: Causes & Treatment - WebMD Upload or insert images from URL. It was several years ago and was prescription. Merck Manual Professional Version. - I do vaguely wonder about IBS symptoms, but it's nothing major. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) in adults: Clinical manifestations and diagnosis. However he said when it's a side effect of medicine it'll go away within a month. Resurrecting this thread because I have tons of new little petechiae blood pinpricks appearing on my inner arms. A good forum will offer a supportive community with active members who are quick to respond in an empathetic manner. If you have thrombocytopenia, you may bleed a lot, and the bleeding may be hard to stop. More serious common causes include liver disease such Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Some things that don't add up, however: I was also taking amoxicillin. Could the fact that I did not have the CBC until the spots were fading make a difference? WebApproximately 59% of physicians felt that fatigue was a very impactful symptom, while 66% of physicians believed that ITP-related fatigue was associated with reduced quality-of-life, and 46% felt that fatigue is often severe. I think you'll be just fine. OkayI just broke out in a new wave of these this evening, all over one of my hands and that forearm. I found multiple petechiae tracks in lines like this on my arm just now and remembered that earlier at the doctor the blood pressure cuff squeezed my arm there way tighter than I was used to. Now I just let them fade on their own but I have a spot on my right leg from last fall that is not fading. I got some on my thighs and upper arms https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/hematology-and-oncology/thrombocytopenia-and-platelet-dysfunction/immune-thrombocytopenia-itp?query=immune%20thrombocytopenia. Purpura and petechiae. Typically, straining will cause the dots to appear on the upper area of your body including the neck and shoulders. Nickdon321, April 30, 2019 in Health Anxiety. Registered in England and Wales. Immune thrombocytopenia usually happens when your immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets, which are cell fragments that help blood clot. Thrombocytopenia All rights reserved. Patient is a UK registered trade mark. B12/Folate deficiency is one of them. Mine bled when rubbed. Dont let the winter chill send your smile into deep hibernation. I've always been troubled, knowing something must be wrong, but no one has determined what. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. I think that since we are sick we pay way too much attention to any detail in our bodies, things that usually passed unnoticed in healthy people, but they sure have it too. Pain free everywhere. 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 Looking to increase/ Ride it out. 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. Pasted as rich text. Beitrags-Autor: Beitrag verffentlicht: 14. 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. For those who don't know, petechiae are dots of blood which appear under the skin; they often appear with This content does not have an Arabic version. I also get them if I scratch my skin too hard. WTF? Your provider will monitor your overall health and platelet levels. Starting to weird me out. Anyhow, he has been tested for every kind of blood disorder and they have all come back negative. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a disorder that can lead to easy or excessive bruising and bleeding. The spots keep popping up on my biceps, arm pits and hips. 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. Yes, I have these. The nurse practitioner looked at them, agreed they might be petechiae, but that they did not look concerning to her. Its most likely just pressure on your body for long periods of time, I dont think its anything to stress over too much. "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. This content does not have an English version. Petechiae 1. Did you put any pressure on that area before they appeared? Straight after getting EBV, I ended up getting petechiae on my upper arms and around my knees and ankles (which are still there). When I was googling it petechiae is super common with sunburns. 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. I was litterally suffocating. Thousands collectively. Mayo Clinic Never a big area like that though. Anxiety every day and when its over I cry uncontrollably. Not pressure, or injury related. Petechiae This seems like something pretty common but I haven't had it. 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 was one of the lucky ones for whom that worked. When the doctor called with the results her exact words were, "Your counts are normal, you definitely do not have cancer." Unfortunately I dont remember. They come and go mostly on my stomach. I, too, can get something like this if I scratch too hard (neck, earlobes, etc.) - I've never experienced knee or ankle pain. A friend with ME/CFS also had a lot of angiomas. I have petechiae which is associated with leukemia and its freaking the hell out of me. As a result of things being diagnosed, I was prescribed Paroxetine for my anxiety. and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified Capillary bleeding in babies can occur due to many reasons, including (2): Coughing bouts. Persistent worry thats difficult to control. I'm having the same exact issue as you for 6 months now with no explanation! Been here since December so I have no hope of them going away. The rashes resemble patches of pinpoint red or purple spots, known as petechiae. petechiae anxiety forum The first time I saw a geneticist, he mentioned the petechiae, and suggested I say something to my GP so he could check it through bloodwork (perhaps some kind of blood-related issue like the previous poster suggested? By using this Site you agree to the following, By using this Site you agree to the following. Theyll ask about your medical history, including any medications you take. Petechiae are tiny purple, red, or brown spots on the skin. Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use Reasons You May Have Petechiae