A friend with ME/CFS also had a lot of angiomas. Finally i found out what the name is! Noticed em 2 weeks after. This content does not have an English version. I battle majority with health anxiety. Difficulty in breathing Fever, without apparent cause, coldness in the legs, feet, and hands. If you have thrombocytopenia, here are some suggested ways to take care of yourself: Thrombocytopenia symptoms can develop very quickly or over time. Anybody else ever have this happen? That, too, is helpful information. There is a problem with 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. For example, you may have an autoimmune disease that affects your platelet levels. You must log in or register to reply here. Anxiety and Stress please help with advice. 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. I'm 39 and my doc said it's a side effect of blood thinners and that's what aspirin is. I'll have to bring it up to my doctor; thanks for pointing it out. If my platelets are too low- & they are- & others' are too, it's sound information. At the time I was taking aspirin everyday due to dental issues. I get petechiae a lot. Mine bled when rubbed. Clear editor. You cannot paste images directly. other information we have about you. Your previous content has been restored. etc. - I have had stretch marks since I was 10. Resurrecting this thread because I have tons of new little petechiae blood pinpricks appearing on my inner arms. October 2012 #1. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? red devils mc ontario. I just want them to go and they wont. WTF? Should I call and request another CBC? Been here since December so I have no hope of them going away. I fear that my anxiety and stress and depression will somehow develop into a seizure disorder. 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. Webpetechiae anxiety forum. Yes, I get them as well. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. We coalesce here to reclaim control of our lives through: education, sharing experiences, sharing management techniques, sharing resources, exposing stigma & norms, and advancing the discussion & awareness around Health Anxiety (a.k.a. I was confused when I woke up, and I had petechiae around my eyes. Is there any hope? 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. information is beneficial, we may combine your email and website usage information with (My platelets were lower normal at one time, but were not low.) Superficial bleeding into the skin that appears as pinpoint-sized reddish-purple spots (petechiae) that look like a rash, usually on the lower legs. WebPetechiae: This symptom appears as tiny red or purple dots on your lower legs that resemble a rash. The study analyzes which people have Petechiae with Stress and anxiety. Anxiety and taking setraline for the first time, Extreme anxiety when having to take orders at restaurant. Neither the petechiae nor the angiomas ever itch or hurt. Capillary bleeding in babies can occur due to many reasons, including (2): Coughing bouts. The general aching in your bones and muscles could well be associated with 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. Well months later it's not. 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 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. Oh, lastly, born with a blood disorder, I wonder if anyone else posting here has one. I also developed cherry angiomas across my torso. They can sometimes indicate a drug reaction or more serious blood-related issues, so you might want to get it checked out. Registered in England and Wales. 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. I'm always covered in them over any little bump, light pressure or touch. AskMayoExpert. It always freaks me out at least a little, but it's never been a sign of a serious problem. Rochester, Minn.: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; 2019. Could they somehow be stress related? Recently I was on Dexamethasone (steroidal anti-inflammatory) after wisdom tooth removal and WOW. Inner arms and top of legs close to wear leg attaches to the hip/groin/torso (?). I got some on my thighs and upper arms Difficulty concentrating. However, common causes include injury to the skin or repeated coughing. The color varies from red to blue or purple as they age and gradually disappear. By I'm covered in them from head to toe, esp. adding a driver to insurance geico; fine line tattoo sleeve; scott forbes unc baseball +201205179999. Dr. Hushang Haghighat answered. Immune thrombocytopenia. its frustrating when no one understands, but its reassuring to know other people have gone through it as well. How many times have folks on the forum diagnosed themselves with a deadly disease because of google? 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. 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 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. I have another question now. Sorry, I wish I had an answer. 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. Petechiae - Health Anxiety - Anxiety Central Forums & Chat Room Home Anxiety Disorders Forum Health Anxiety Petechiae Sign in to follow this Followers 1 Hey, Bread. Please register to post and use the extra features available to members. 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. 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. A social anxiety forum is a place to connect with those who may have insight into your problems because they've "been in your shoes." I think it is an EDS/weak capillaries problem, along with the horrible bruising for no reason on my legs. Aplastic anemia occurs when the bodys bone marrow doesnt make enough new blood cells. I get petechiae whenever I scratch too hard, always have done since childhood. The rashes resemble patches of pinpoint red or purple spots, known as petechiae. Petechiae commonly appear on the lower legs, but may be distributed all over the body. I get a breakout of them every year when the seasons change. In: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2019. You are ok. You can post now and register later. 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. Has anyone ever had petechiae after a sunburn like when you start feeling? Symptoms of Petechiae in babies: Immobility and intense crying that alternates with a great decay. 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. Like, ALL over it. Usually on my upper thighs. I've always been troubled, knowing something must be wrong, but no one has determined what. Learn more about five causes of petechiae and your treatment options. 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 But a few reappeared again yesterday, again on my thighs. Seek medical care if: You may want to ask your healthcare provider: Thrombocytopenia low platelet levels may increase your risk of issues like excessive bleeding and bruising. Severe thrombocytopenia increases your risk of internal bleeding or heart attack. This approach may involve changing your medications. Interestingly, the rubber band for the blood test that felt like it would cut through my arm left no marks. 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. Pain free everywhere. Doc had no explanation. You may have low platelet levels because you drink lots of alcohol or are exposed to certain toxic chemicals. I'm having the same exact issue as you for 6 months now with no explanation! 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. In most children with ITP, the disorder follows a viral illness, such as the mumps or the flu. You need to see a doctor urgently because there may be a serious cause that needs urgent treatment, such as meningococcal infection. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. He didn't have to crawl to the bathroom. If you lift weights, the straining from pulling on the weights could cause the blood droplets to appear. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. My dad can, or at least used to be able to, do the thumb to wrist trick. Since you had bloodwork done last time, there is Morrow ES Jr. Allscripts EPSi. as being in breach of those terms. Don't know what to do about it. This happens when small blood vessels under your skin leak blood. This community is sponsored by the Ehlers-Danlos Society, an Inspire trusted partner. 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. 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 believe I bruise easily, and have two scars on my hand from a cat bite & a scar on my knee. A lot of people have them, pretty sure it's genetics. I never associated it with something unusual. I also have dermographism. 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. information highlighted below and resubmit the form. The spots keep popping up on my biceps, arm pits and hips. Mine started when I was 16 for some reason I had Lyme at the time but not sure if there related. After that the major break outs would come on and Anxiety & Panic Disorders; Arthritis; Breast Cancer; Chronic Illness; Crohn's Disease; Depression; Diabetes; Fibromyalgia; GERD & Acid Reflux; Irritable Bowel Review/update the Petechiae related to Tons and tons of them. Accessed Feb. 21, 2019. Could the fact that I did not have the CBC until the spots were fading make a difference? 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). The only one in charge of my medical care now is me. i totally understand how you feel. The doctor and nurse practitioner both showed NO concern about the previous spots, but I'm very worried. Purpura and petechiae. Since you had bloodworkdonelast time, there isno need to worry. I, too, can get something like this if I scratch too hard (neck, earlobes, etc.) 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 Are there any treatment risks or side effects? 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 Petechiae & leukemia?! Could the UTI and spots be related? Usually flat to the touch, petechiae don't lose color when you press on them. Looking to increase/ Ride it out. And of course if you Google them it's always cancer!! Following a complete lack of sensible diagnosis for the cause of either, I worked out that they were symptoms of over-exertion for me. This content does not have an Arabic version. When the doctor called with the results her exact words were, "Your counts are normal, you definitely do not have cancer." The risk appears to be higher in people who also have diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome. If Googlewere a real doctor, it wouldhave had its license to practice medicine revoked long ago. It will blow over in due time, yeah. Often, healthcare providers can improve platelet counts by treating the underlying cause. - BOTH rheumatologist noted my hyper-mobility. Press J to jump to the feed. Merck Manual Professional Version. Thrombocytopenia often affects people with certain medical conditions, like autoimmune disease or who take certain medications. Ugh. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. You cannot paste images directly. I have had chronic sinus/digestive problems and I also have extensive petechiae(mainly limbs tho' slightly fewer/larger on trunk). Find other members in this community to connect with. Do you always have some though on your legs? Just looking to commiserate with someone on the petechiae. - I've never experienced knee or ankle pain. Such is this whole EDS journey for me. A good forum will offer a supportive community with active members who are quick to respond in an empathetic manner. Accessed March 12, 2019. People with this condition may bleed a lot and the bleeding may be hard to stop. Children may develop ITP after a viral infection and usually recover fully without treatment. 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. Anyone figure out what caused the onslaught? So I have them all the time. I wish the lab would call me back so I could schedule the damn blood work but no luck. I have a blood (platelet) disorder called ITP. Ive seen this in many older patients, and the Food and Drug Administration recently issued a safety alert about these drugs and diarrhea that doesnt go away. Petechiae result from tiny areas of superficial bleeding into the skin. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Maybe a -yeah, proverbial missing link, in my case, or hers, or his, or. Accessed March 13, 2019. The pediatrician saw them at his well check and didn't comment on them. Should I watch for signs of complications? This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. I personally would not be too concerned as this is a symptom we have seen regularly with him for the past 7 years. Uncategorized. Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. It doesn't itch or hurt at all. (And once when I was a kid, someone put water wings on me for a swimming lesson. However he said when it's a side effect of medicine it'll go away within a month. Accessed March 13, 2019. 1. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek Same here unfortunately. If you had a splenectomy, youre at increased risk of infection. Just one more reason, I guess to get a diagnosis! To provide you with the most relevant and helpful information, and understand which ITP is more common among young women. I've had petechiae for about 12 yrs I'm 32 yrold male. He was not concerned about it at all. 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. 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. 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. I get these too and thought is was just broken blood vessels! 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. youre not alone. 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. I went to see the neurologist and did numerous test. Ferri FF. My pinprick petechiae keep continuing to add tons of new spots. Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I found this very interesting. Theyll check for bruises, rashes and other thrombocytopenia symptoms. If you see petechiae and Tons and tons of them. Didn't find the answer you were looking for? They seem to always fade within a few days. Skeleton, Skin, Muscles, Hair, Teeth and Nails, we pay way too much attention to any detail in our bodies. Thanks for sharing this topic. We use arnica salve on him at the first sign of injury and this seems to help. While the x-rays did not show much the other test showed inflammation on a scale of 6/10. I have an 16-month-old son with an intermittent 4-week history of petechiae. 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. Maybe it's more about sustained pressure than how tight something is. 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. Evaluation: trauma usually produce bruises ,so for petechiae, baby need to have Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy linked below. The rashes resemble patches of pinpoint red or purple spots, known as petechiae. WebPetechiae here and there really aren't too much of a concern. Platelets are blood cells that form blood clots to help stop bleeding. Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization. I have a small 'sprinkling' of them on the back of each of my upper arms, that are permanent. 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? They rang the proverbial bell. WebHi, I am new in this forum .. and very freaked out .3 years ago, in May 2005, I woke up in the middle of the night as I couldn't breathe. Rash and dark colored urine. I no how you feel, have you ever noticed any on your legs? My son who has classic EDS (8 yr. old) has been having these since he was 1 (our first indication that something was not right). Copyright Anxiety Central 2011-2019 Thousands collectively. Normal blood work. - In June I tore a groin muscle, which I attribute to doing nothing at all beside sitting strangely (ie: a normal person couldn't have sat like that but it wasn't painful to me). rabbit sneeze attack; liberty finance Should I be worried, and has anybody else experienced this? The spots keep popping up on my biceps, arm pits and hips. OkayI just broke out in a new wave of these this evening, all over one of my hands and that forearm. Thats why healthcare providers arent sure exactly how many people have this condition. I am not I hate looking at my inner arms and seeing more and more. You notice changes in your body that could be thrombocytopenia symptoms, such as new bruises and unusual bleeding. It was several years ago and was prescription. Accessed Feb. 21, 2019. Can anxiety cause being scared of sleeping? But never like the ones I'm getting now where they just keep coming back, and in a different place than usual. Nickdon321, May 12, 2019 in Health Anxiety. I was litterally suffocating. Anyone else experience this? Thank God for another member who posted on another support group board recently, or I still wouldnt know! I never know when something's significant or if I'm just noticing things too closely. 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). But I have so many other symptoms of EDS Hypermobility Type like POTs, bowel symptoms, and bruising/petichiae that I pretty much sure I have a less severe form of EDS. 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. When I was thin, I would also get them on various parts of me if I slept on the floor. By using this Site you agree to the following, By using this Site you agree to the following. I remember getting petechiae all over my forearms from playing volleyball in gym class. This is driving me insane and causes me so much stress and depressionIve gone to the doctors so much and they keep saying its nothing but i just cant believe them and constantly think im gonna die soon. Petechiae isn't technically a rash, but it is a skin disorder that occurs due to leukemia. 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 and I'm back to searching my body again, Mine started when I was 16 for some reason I had Lyme at the time but not sure if there related. Your link has been automatically embedded. If we combine this information with your protected Forum Name: Dermatology Topics Question: Petechiae vs. Angiomas / Please help! 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. Anxiety every day and when its over I cry uncontrollably. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Click here to register.Everyone is welcome! Has anyone else had that many appear all at once? Of course, your veterinarian will rule out more benign causes (such as hives or an allergic reaction that can look similar to a bruise). not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a disorder that can lead to easy or excessive bruising and bleeding. Physicians most frequently reported petechiae, purpura, bleeding of the gums, and epistaxis, both at diagnosis and overall. WebPetechiae are small, purpuric lesions up to 2mm across Ecchymoses or bruises are larger extravasations of blood.
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