Volleyball!! I also developed cherry angiomas across my torso. With normal platelets and everything else, what does this indicate? I took Vit C and Bioflavanoids back then. Every time your mind gets worried.. remember that you have had it looked at previously and even had blood work done. Some things that don't add up, however: Petechiae result from tiny areas of superficial bleeding into the skin. ITP is more common among young women. WebThank you for this post. Registered number: 10004395 Registered office: Fulford Grange, Micklefield Lane, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6BA. They also tested for the genetic marker of ankylosing spondylitis and I had it. i totally understand how you feel. Things that have bothered me before, or even new things. If Googlewere a real doctor, it wouldhave had its license to practice medicine revoked long ago. Doc had no explanation. Following a complete lack of sensible diagnosis for the cause of either, I worked out that they were symptoms of over-exertion for me. Noticed em 2 weeks after. I also get them occasionally, from various things, but especially when I've slept in a weird position. I know how you feel, have u ever noticed any on your legs? I was confused when I woke up, and I had petechiae around my eyes. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Sorry, I wish I had an answer. Im going through the EXACT same thing but singular ones just showing up where ever they please for 3 months now. Petechiae commonly appear in clusters and may look like a rash. We don't know what posts in which forum will trigger focused research on our part that might lead to quality of life again. The petechiae were on his face, scalp, and a few on his back. Anxiety and taking setraline for the first time, Extreme anxiety when having to take orders at restaurant. No idea why it's bugging me now - quarantine stress, stress over GP retiring, something else. Tiny, spaced out red spots? Neither the petechiae nor the angiomas ever itch or hurt. Your healthcare provider can explain whats causing the low platelet count and discuss treatment options. Im sure Im forgetting something, as forgetfulness is another complaint. I'm a teenager and it feels like I've had anxiety my whole life. - Have never broken a bone. My ob doctor didnt seem too concerned. Did you put any pressure on that area before they appeared? It was explained to us that this is part of EDS- fragile skin, capillaries etc. However, that information will still be included in details such as numbers of replies. It doesn't itch or hurt at all. They JavaScript is disabled. 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. I never associated it with something unusual. While the x-rays did not show much the other test showed inflammation on a scale of 6/10. Many things can cause your platelet levels to drop so you develop thrombocytopenia. Instantaneously, just like that from a sneeze. 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. Click here for an email preview. If you had a splenectomy, youre at increased risk of infection. If your symptoms are more severe, treatment may include medications to boost your platelet count or surgery to remove your spleen. engrosamiento mucoso etmoidal. include protected health information. Anyone figure out what caused the onslaught? I took care of a man with AIDS to his death. More serious common causes include liver disease such I remember getting petechiae all over my forearms from playing volleyball in gym class. I started seeing my then-doctor in 2012. WebPetechiae is found among people with Stress and anxiety, especially for people who are female, 60+ old. youre not alone. Are there any treatment risks or side effects? Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. 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. 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. 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. Googled like crazy only to find bad news. There is another thread on the forum about petechiae and they mentioned sunburn as something that can cause it. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. etc. It always freaks me out at least a little, but it's never been a sign of a serious problem. Your doctor may suggest treatment to maintain a stable platelet count, taking into account the effects on your baby. Nothing good ever comes of it. Usually on my upper thighs. Pasted as rich text. Webpetechiae anxiety forum. Could the UTI and spots be related? I am just really antsy right now. This approach may involve changing your medications. 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. And how many of those diagnoses were correct? Petechiae is associated with thrombocytopenia. JavaScript is disabled. There is another thread on the forum about petechiae and they mentioned sunburn assomething that can cause it. 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. red devils mc ontario. WebDefinitions. I'm covered in them from head to toe, esp. This content does not have an English version. You must log in or register to reply here. I don't know. LOL! I, too, can get something like this if I scratch too hard (neck, earlobes, etc.) WTF? 1. 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. 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. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/immune-thrombocytopenia. Clear editor. I think it is an EDS/weak capillaries problem, along with the horrible bruising for no reason on my legs. 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. Nothing was even borderline out-of-range. AskMayoExpert. Fuzzy/grip on my head any tips or medication I could take ? Bubbs21 Member Posts: 47. 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). *sigh*. Everyday when I get home from work I have some in my legs and sometimes feet, There always the same. Find other members in this community to connect with. 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. My EEG was normal, and they found a Copyright Anxiety Central 2011-2019 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) If you don't have signs of bleeding and your platelet count isn't too low, you may not need any treatment. WebPetechiae. They appear as round, pinpoint-sized dots that are not raised. One of the more basic reasons you will have petechiae appear on your skin is due to straining. If you do, ask your healthcare provider if there are medications or activities you should avoid. Theyll check for bruises, rashes and other thrombocytopenia symptoms. Yeah this happens to me now and again. 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. Typically, straining will cause the dots to appear on the upper area of your body including the neck and shoulders. Went to the Dermatologist about it years ago. I do have EDS III with skin issues. Less than 0.1% probably. If we combine this information with your protected 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. Petechiae & leukemia?! But unlike many rashes , when you press on the spots they don't *sigh*, OkayI just broke out in a new wave of these this evening, all over one of my hands and that forearm. WebPetechiae: This symptom appears as tiny red or purple dots on your lower legs that resemble a rash. Nickdon321, April 30, 2019 in Health Anxiety. Accessed March 12, 2019. Thrombocytopenia affects people with certain medical conditions like autoimmune disease or who take certain medications. There are multiple causes for thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, etc. I no how you feel, have you ever noticed any on your legs? - Never dislocated a joint, at least not to my knowledge, since that should be painful? 1. I'd hedge my bets on anxiety, or irritation from your clothing. At the time I was taking aspirin everyday due to dental issues. Inner arms and top of legs close to wear leg attaches to the hip/groin/torso (?). If you lift weights, the straining from pulling on the weights could cause the blood droplets to appear. All rights reserved. Anyhow, he has been tested for every kind of blood disorder and they have all come back negative. By 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 The bleeding causes the petechiae to appear red, brown or purple. Usually flat to the touch, petechiae don't lose color when you press on them. Go figure! Since you had bloodworkdonelast time, there isno need to worry. The color varies from red to blue or purple as they age and gradually disappear. 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. It may also cause bleeding in many parts of your body. (And once when I was a kid, someone put water wings on me for a swimming lesson. Just slept funny. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. I think you'll be just fine. If you're absolutely covered in them it's a cause for concern, but a few generally isn't. 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 been worrying my absolute head off because of these tiny, pinprick red spots on my arms. Good day my friends, I awoke this morning (great news) and noted that I had Petechiae across my lower abdomen. The only one in charge of my medical care now is me. Your link has been automatically embedded. Bleeding that won't stop is a medical emergency. Theyll ask about your medical history, including any medications you take. I finally had to have my spleen removed to fix the problem. Maybe it's more about sustained pressure than how tight something is. Dr. Hushang Haghighat answered. Im sure youre fine. It was a horrible sight. I am not I'm having the same exact issue as you for 6 months now with no explanation! Since you had bloodwork done last time, there is 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. Unfortunately I dont remember. Vous tes ici : Accueil. Should I be having withdrawals symptoms from 10mg of prozac for 9 days? 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. We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are
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). Fatigue or tiredness with little or no obvious cause. I'll be going in for a blood test and x-rays but I won't know anything more for 3 months. 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). Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Press J to jump to the feed. Finally i found out what the name is! Petechiae commonly appear on the lower legs, but may be distributed all over the body. Tons and tons of them. One hand is normal now, and the other is a sea of dots. ); the bloodwork came back fine. Accessed March 13, 2019. But twice this week my entire forearm has been absolutely covered, with big patches on my upper arm. All rights reserved. These are dark red or purple and don't fade with pressure. I have battling depression & anxiety for many years. Dont let the winter chill send your smile into deep hibernation. The nurse practitioner looked at them, agreed they might be petechiae, but that they did not look concerning to her. Well months later it's not. Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) in adults: Initial treatment and prognosis. Have you had a blood test done to rule out anything? Immune Thrombocytopenia Pupura. What changes can I make to minimize bleeding and bruising? That, too, is helpful information. WebThey're small and hardly noticeable but there are around 20 on each arm (only upper arm). It was caused by Chronic ITP (idiopathic/immune thrombocytopenia purpura). 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. Rash and dark colored urine. They rang the proverbial bell. Anyone ever have to face this? yea ive had a few blood tests done and everything looks normal, that still doesnt fill me with confidence and for the palpitations my doctor just kinda says "we done tests, get over it" :C. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I always wondered why I seemed to get so many of these things is this a common occurance among EDSers? The study analyzes which people have Petechiae with Stress and anxiety. They never go away. other information we have about you. Have you found anything 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). I've had petechiae on my arms for over 20 years. - I've never experienced knee or ankle pain. They usually appear on your arms, legs, stomach, and buttocks. 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. Children may develop ITP after a viral infection and usually recover fully without treatment. He did not think I have AS. 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. 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 think it's Petechiae - Petechiae are pinpoint, round spots that appear on the skin as a result of bleeding under the skin. I'll occasionally get them in the shower as well, if I scratch myself or scrub too hard. 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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? I had explained this to my first rheumatologist but he'd brushed it off. Thank God for another member who posted on another support group board recently, or I still wouldnt know! https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. A rare complication of immune thrombocytopenia is bleeding into the brain, which can be fatal. Recently I was on Dexamethasone (steroidal anti-inflammatory) after wisdom tooth removal and WOW. Oh waiting for the day lol. 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'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 I have another question now. If you have thrombocytopenia, here are some suggested ways to take care of yourself: Thrombocytopenia symptoms can develop very quickly or over time. I'd get petechiae checked out. 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. Anxiety every day and when its over I cry uncontrollably. Could the fact that I did not have the CBC until the spots were fading make a difference? Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use
WebBruising in dogs is never normal, and signs of pinpoint bruises (called petechiae) or larger bruises (ecchymosis) warrant an immediate trip to your veterinarian. Hopefully it'll blow over soon. its frustrating when no one understands, but its reassuring to know other people have gone through it as well. My pinprick petechiae keep continuing to add tons of new spots. - BOTH rheumatologist noted my hyper-mobility. Hugs love your post. - I have had stretch marks since I was 10. Of course, your veterinarian will rule out more benign causes (such as hives or an allergic reaction that can look similar to a bruise). Please register to post and use the extra features available to members. If my platelets are too low- & they are- & others' are too, it's sound information. I have a small 'sprinkling' of them on the back of each of my upper arms, that are permanent. Today I read someone's words about Sjogrens. I'm always covered in them over any little bump, light pressure or touch. I have to get blood tests done soon anyway, so I'll know sooner or later if something's up besides my giant melon head being too much for one arm to support. Normal blood work. health information, we will treat all of that information as protected health Make a donation. Petechiae, yay | Anxiety Community Forum Welcome to the Anxiety Community Forum, a friendly space for discussion, help and support with mental health 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. Click here to register.Everyone is welcome! They can sometimes indicate a drug reaction or more serious blood-related issues, so you might want to get it checked out. When I was googling it petechiae is super common with sunburns. https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/hematology-and-oncology/thrombocytopenia-and-platelet-dysfunction/immune-thrombocytopenia-itp?query=immune%20thrombocytopenia. Starting to weird me out. It really had my arm in a vice grip. Registered in England and Wales. From the very beginning I was confused over my arthritis diagnosis. Such is this whole EDS journey for me. You can post now and register later. 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. October 2012 #1. 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. http://freethoughtblogs.com/wwjtd/files/2012/08/540345_3712757863939_1815003449_n1.jpg. These tiny red or purple spots generally form in groups and look like a red rash.Petechial rashes are described as non-blanching because they dont change color when pressed. I so want to be like that again 1. He was not concerned about it at all. Not pressure, or injury related. Frustrating. I have similar spots as well. WTF? You'll soon start receiving the latest Mayo Clinic health information you requested in your inbox.