Should I call and request another CBC? Should I be worried, and has anybody else experienced this? I had explained this to my first rheumatologist but he'd brushed it off. I remember getting petechiae all over my forearms from playing volleyball in gym class. Everything was within normal limits except the MPV, which was a little high at 10.3. 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. I was also taking amoxicillin. I always get this, especially on my arm, where the strap to my purse or filled canvas grocery bag is resting on. Straight after getting EBV, I ended up getting petechiae on my upper arms and around my knees and ankles (which are still there). 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. Thank God for another member who posted on another support group board recently, or I still wouldnt know! They appeared only when the infection acted up. I've had petechiae for about 12 yrs I'm 32 yrold male. That did not sound like arthritis. Find out what can trigger a panic attack and what to do if you have one. Anyone ever have to face this? At the time they first occurred, I had been fighting off a nasty cold for a week. When the doctor called with the results her exact words were, "Your counts are normal, you definitely do not have cancer." The doctor and nurse practitioner both showed NO concern about the previous spots, but I'm very worried. Thousands collectively. You cannot paste images directly. Hey, do you still have the petechiae? My pinprick petechiae keep continuing to add tons of new spots. The bleeding results from unusually low levels of platelets the cells that help blood clot. I hate looking at my inner arms and seeing more and more. 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. Causes of Petechiae in babies: You might also find them inside your mouth or Difficulty concentrating. It was several years ago and was prescription. Its most likely just pressure on your body for long periods of time, I dont think its anything to stress over too much. Accessed March 12, 2019. Bleeding that won't stop is a medical emergency. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Been here since December so I have no hope of them going away. Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders, Orthopedic issues (bones, joints, and muscles), Allergy, immunology & mast cell disorders. Webpetechiae anxiety forum. Often times they turn into cherry angiomas or brown spots. Petechiae People with myelodysplastic syndromes might not experience signs and symptoms at first. 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. Should I watch for signs of complications? JavaScript is disabled. Theyll also discuss lifestyle changes that may boost your platelet levels. We're the ones invested in causes and cures. A friend with ME/CFS also had a lot of angiomas. JMHO though. Maybe it's more about sustained pressure than how tight something is. I'm having the same exact issue as you for 6 months now with no explanation! They rang the proverbial bell. I think it's Petechiae - Petechiae are pinpoint, round spots that appear on the skin as a result of bleeding under the skin. Purpura and petechiae. Unfortunately I dont remember. 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. Other symptoms include: Thrombocytopenia causes fall into one of three categories: Specific factors affecting platelet supply include: Healthcare providers will do a physical examination. And of course if you Google them it's always cancer!! I went to see the neurologist and did numerous test. Your doctor may suggest treatment to maintain a stable platelet count, taking into account the effects on your baby. About 5% of people who are pregnant develop mild thrombocytopenia just before giving birth. Frustrating. 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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. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. The only one in charge of my medical care now is me. They I have had a few petechiae on and off for 2 months now, usually no more than a handful at a time. Resurrecting this thread because I have tons of new little petechiae blood pinpricks appearing on my inner arms. (Thinking about volleyball, I only ever played that once, and as I dislocated my thumb doing it and my psycho gym teacher was completely grossed out by the sight of me popping it back in, I never had to play again, for which I was *extremely* glad - it was waaaaaay too painful for me.). I have same thing. Following a complete lack of sensible diagnosis for the cause of either, I worked out that they were symptoms of over-exertion for me. Hmm, I didn't think anything of this. I no how you feel, have you ever noticed any on your legs? George JN, et al. JavaScript is disabled. Never a big area like that though. Has anyone else had that many appear all at once? 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. Thrombocytopenia affects people with certain medical conditions like autoimmune disease or who take certain medications. Petechiae- very worried. My wife has the same issue. For those who don't know, petechiae are dots of blood which appear under the skin; they often appear with purpura, which are larger areas or patches of blood under the skin, rather like a bruise. They appear suddenly, then fade over time. I first noticed it after trauma to the forehead requiring 4 sutures. Copyright Anxiety Central 2011-2019 It was caused by Chronic ITP (idiopathic/immune thrombocytopenia purpura). I'm worried (as usual), and I have made a doctors appointment about it. Please help. They may have small red spots on the skin, or petechiae, which occur due to tiny blood vessels that have bled. You must log in or register to reply here. So I took it as an answer. You should seek a doctors diagnosis for your petechiae so you can be treated for the underlying condition causing the symptom. Your doctor can recommend a treatment plan for the condition or advise you to keep an eye on them, as they may disappear on their own. I wish it didn't allow you to look up anything medical.. oh how free would a lot of us be. Inner arms and top of legs close to wear leg attaches to the hip/groin/torso (?). I started seeing my then-doctor in 2012. I think it's Petechiae - Petechiae are pinpoint, round spots that appear on the skin as a result of bleeding under the skin. Platelets are blood cells that form blood clots to help stop bleeding. Immune thrombocytopenic purpura. I get them now and then on the inside of my elbow and above, which I assume is from sleeping on said arm (I also get them from blood pressure cuffs, blood draw tourniquets and carrying bags on my arm there, so I don't think too much about it). Now Im in complete panic mode. They seem to always fade within a few days. Tiny, spaced out red spots? Could the UTI and spots be related? health information, we will treat all of that information as protected health They usually appear on your arms, legs, stomach, and buttocks. Your previous content has been restored. Oh, lastly, born with a blood disorder, I wonder if anyone else posting here has one. In this thread, people posted they don't have them, or they do & increased at CFS onset, or right before. Since you had bloodworkdonelast time, there isno need to worry. Been to multiple docs no one can figure it out. i have also had random petechiae spots showing up on all different parts of my body- always singular spots, never clustered, do not blanch, last about 2-3 days before fading, for about 2 months now. I think it is an EDS/weak capillaries problem, along with the horrible bruising for no reason on my legs. undefined will no longer be visible to you including posts, replies, and photos. Formerly known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, ITP can cause purple bruises, as well as tiny reddish-purple dots that look like a rash. More serious common causes include liver disease such Anyone figure out what caused the onslaught? They may do tests including: You might not need treatment if a low platelet count isnt causing significant issues. 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) I'm covered in them from head to toe, esp. Irritability. Your previous content has been restored. In: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2019. Really, it is just broken capillaries under the skincan be caused by trauma (ie sports). Upload or insert images from URL. I was litterally suffocating. It will blow over in due time, yeah. Skeleton, Skin, Muscles, Hair, Teeth and Nails, we pay way too much attention to any detail in our bodies. Rash: although there were some petechiae in my body most of my rash is slightly raised and non-petechiae and the skin is dry. Im finding yo comment now because I have the exact things you describe. I get a breakout of them every year when the seasons change. My EEG was normal, and they found a I've had petechiae for about 12 yrs I'm 32 yrold male. I had Lyme at 16 and have had these spots come and go ever since blood work comes back fine When they do, one of the first symptoms is a cut or nosebleed that wont stop bleeding. On 5/12/2019 at 6:26 PM, Nickdon321 said. Even at the worst of my flare ups, sometimes I could sit down for 10-30 minutes and then get up pain free (it'd come back but still). Accessed March 13, 2019. As a result of things being diagnosed, I was prescribed Paroxetine for my anxiety. They also tested for the genetic marker of ankylosing spondylitis and I had it. The Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and Related Disorders Support Community connects patients, families, friends and caregivers for knowledge, support and inspiration. This is really freaking me out. Usually from carrying a shoulder bag or sleeping on my arm weird. 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. Please register to post and use the extra features available to members. The bleeding results from unusually low levels of platelets the cells that help blood clot. its frustrating when no one understands, but its reassuring to know other people have gone through it as well. When I was googling it petechiae is super common with sunburns. It really had my arm in a vice grip. Rash and dark colored urine. 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. I also recall for a time I was afraid of sneezing, because when I did, not only was it painful but I occasionally experienced my SI joints popping. Immune thrombocytopenia (adult). Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. Immune Thrombocytopenia Pupura. You can post now and register later. 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. My wife has the same issue. I remember it once quite vividly; despite the initial sever pain of the shifting painful sensation I was sort of happy since I was able to use a leg I hadn't been able to use well in a while - the other leg was in pain instead. While the x-rays did not show much the other test showed inflammation on a scale of 6/10. I also have dermographism. Click here to register.Everyone is welcome! JavaScript is disabled. 1. Petechiae - Health Anxiety - Anxiety Central Forums & Chat Room Home Anxiety Disorders Forum Health Anxiety Petechiae Sign in to follow this Followers 1 BTWmine have come in various waves, the first wave being 20 years ago, and the most recent, this year. Difficulty in breathing Fever, without apparent cause, coldness in the legs, feet, and hands. Is there any hope? This content does not have an Arabic version. 7. Hopefully you're right. My doctor prescribed me Escitilopram 10mg and Buspirone 7.5mg and I'm scared. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a disorder that can lead to easy or excessive bruising and bleeding. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. You notice changes in your body that could be thrombocytopenia symptoms, such as new bruises and unusual bleeding. Some symptoms: To provide you with the most relevant and helpful information, and understand which Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. Went for a blood test and it came back normal. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. I get petechiae whenever I scratch too hard, always have done since childhood. petechiae anxiety forum. Ive had petechiae in the past been to docs about it had blood work came back fine anyone else have this problem? Anyhow, he has been tested for every kind of blood disorder and they have all come back negative. | Anxiety Community Forum Welcome to the Anxiety Community Forum, a friendly space for discussion, help and support with mental health issues. If you have thrombocytopenia, you may bleed a lot, and the bleeding may be hard to stop. By using this Site you agree to the following, By using this Site you agree to the following. Maybe a -yeah, proverbial missing link, in my case, or hers, or his, or. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Copyright Anxiety Central 2011-2019 Typically, straining will cause the dots to appear on the upper area of your body including the neck and shoulders. Other treatments include: The most important thing is to understand if you have medical conditions or take medication that increases your risk of developing thrombocytopenia. - I do vaguely wonder about IBS symptoms, but it's nothing major. Usually flat to the touch, petechiae don't lose color when you press on them. Both petechiae and purpura do not blanch when pressure is applied - this is in contrast to other common rashes in children such as viral exanthems and urticaria. However, I do only weight 100 pounds, so my body may not stress the joints there So if they won't maybe it's something else and not side effect of medicine. WTF? There is another thread on the forum about petechiae and they mentioned sunburn assomething that can cause it. When I was thin, I would also get them on various parts of me if I slept on the floor. If you had a splenectomy, youre at increased risk of infection. Petechiae is associated with thrombocytopenia. Registered number: 10004395 Registered office: Fulford Grange, Micklefield Lane, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6BA. If I get anything Ill come back and post. Review/update the 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. Pasted as rich text. Neither the petechiae nor the angiomas ever itch or hurt. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. I was confused when I woke up, and I had petechiae around my eyes. Policy. Webpetechiae anxiety forum. If you have thrombocytopenia, here are some suggested ways to take care of yourself: Thrombocytopenia symptoms can develop very quickly or over time. Make a donation. However, common causes include injury to the skin or repeated coughing. Your provider will monitor your overall health and platelet levels. Instantaneously, just like that from a sneeze. Anxiety & Panic Disorders; Arthritis; Breast Cancer; Chronic Illness; Crohn's Disease; Depression; Diabetes; Fibromyalgia; GERD & Acid Reflux; Irritable Bowel Starting to weird me out. In December I broke out with hundreds of petechiae all over my tummy and chest. - BOTH rheumatologist noted my hyper-mobility. Things that have bothered me before, or even new things. 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 have them scattered on my arms and I'm worried.. People tell me I'm overreacting They're small and hardly noticeable but there are around 20 on each arm (only upper arm). Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use Finally i found out what the name is! If you do, ask your healthcare provider if there are medications or activities you should avoid. I'll be going in for a blood test and x-rays but I won't know anything more for 3 months. I have a ton of freckles tho so maybe didn't notice em right away. "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. Maybe a -yeah, proverbial missing link, in my case, or hers, or his, or. Also notice if I drink alot of alcohol or take aspirin I get tons, OK so let's connect some dots. The rashes resemble patches of pinpoint red or purple spots, known as petechiae. I have a small 'sprinkling' of them on the back of each of my upper arms, that are permanent. As the title says, for the past year I have been getting petechiae and heart palpitations after i got strep throat. We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are
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