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Medical Conditions - Petechiae

Petechiae is a small red spot formed due to bleeding under the skin. Petechiae occurs when blood capillaries break under the skin, and the common causes are infections, reactions to medications, trauma, and a blood-clotting disorder. This spot fades away once the cause of petechiae is treated.

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What is my blood report for red and purple dots in the body showing?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. You are having multiple petechiae (red and purple, healing) spots all over the body.

I have petechiae rash on limbs, easy bruising. Please help.

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.For the petechial rash, you need to investigate with a full CBC to check the platelet count. Low platelet count is one of the causes of such a rash.

What could be the reason for the bruising on the skin and the red spots in the mouth with slightly prolonged prothrombin time?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually, bruising like bleeding can be expected due to platelet problems or vascular causes like vasculitis.

How to treat the blood dots present in the skin?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). These are called petechiae. It can occur due to multiple causes.

Why do I get tiny, isolated red spots on the arms and chest?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The red spots over your skin could be due to petechiae. Petechiae are tiny red, flat spots that appear on your skin. They are caused by bleeding.

Answered By
Dr. Shama Naaz

Dr. Shama Naaz

I am 42. How to manage easy bruising and low platelet count?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

Answered By
Dr. Ashraf ghani

Dr. Ashraf ghani

How to treat petechia that recurs despite taking medications?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Petechiae can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, autoimmune disorders, medications, and blood disorders.

Where should one begin if they have a family history of leukemia, heart disease, and lack of concentration?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Your family has a history of cancer and heart issues. Therefore, frequent screening for it is required.

How can I protect myself from sunlight?

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I am 33, female. How to manage my unusual bleeding episodes?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

Answered By
Dr. Ashraf ghani

Dr. Ashraf ghani

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