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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I had petechia on my hands and legs that came back despite taking medications. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had petechia not that severe on my hands and legs. I went for a checkup they gave me some medicines. And it was all gone in 14 to 15 days. But it came back again. My blood test is all normal. WBC and everything are all fine except my Hgb. But this time I am also having hair loss w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Petechiae can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, autoimmune disorders, medications, and blood disorders. It is possible that your petechiae and hair loss are related to your low hemoglobin levels. When your hemoglobin levels are low, it can lead... Read Full »
Reddish-brown spots on right hand palm. How to remove?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 45 years old, and a month ago, I noticed reddish-brown spotting on my palms and under the fingernails of my right hand. I tried to wash them off, but they did not go away. However, I do not have any pain. Kindly help me find a solution to get rid of this. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Had these lesions appeared after some heavy manual work? They look like old hemorrhagic marks. Following some event, there might have been a mild bleed under the skin. When that happens, the red blood cells can break and release hemoglobin. The hemoglobin contains iron, w... Read Full »
Why do I have skin bruising and increased prothrombin time?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 43-year-old male in good health and workout for four to five days a week. However, for the past year, I have had mild bruising on my skin and some red spots in my mouth, which is petechia. I had my blood test done a few years back, and it was all good. I consulted a doctor last ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually, bruising like bleeding can be expected due to platelet problems or vascular causes like vasculitis. Sometimes vitamin C deficiency also can lead vasculitis like problem. But as you have mentioned that your PT (prothrombin test) has been prolonged, it could be s... Read Full »
I am suffering from petechiae and stomach pain. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor I am suffering from recurring petechiae with rash, headache, fatigue, and intermittent upper stomach pain. I do not have a fever and my CBC, C-protein, and ANA are negative. I am not on any medication. Steroid shots were given to me and the rash reduced however the petechiae is still there... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I need to ask a few questions. Is it itchy? Does it disappear when you put a finger pressure and reappear right after lifting the finger? Do you smoke? Any flu-like symptoms recently? I would suggest discussing and getting antineu... Read Full »
What is the reason for the tiny, isolated red spots on the arms and chest?
Query: Hi doctor, I have tiny, isolated red dots on the arms (four on the left arm, three on the right arm), some on the chest away from each other. I am six feet two inches tall and weigh 250 pounds. I have an anxiety disorder (hypochondria). I am taking Coversyl (Perindopril) for hypertension and Allopur... Read Full »
Answer: 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. They can sometimes be multiple and may appear as a rash. Do you get bruised easily, or does your blood take long to clot whe... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, Recently, I discovered petechiae on my arms and had blood work done. Due to my gastric bypass, I have suffered from iron deficiency anemia for years. However, I have now noticed that my carbon dioxide levels are out of whack. Average platelet count for me. I also complained to the doct... Read Full »
Answer: 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. Your results indicate iron deficiency anemia (gastric bypass may impact iron absorption). If oral ferrous sulfate... Read Full »
Why are there vascular lines and petechiae in middle back?
Query: Hi doctor, I saw today that my husband has this vascuar lines and petechias in his middle back but I could not do a diagnosis. I am a general physician but not a dermatologist. Is this condition a vasculitis or something I should worry about? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have observed the picture and also gone through the history of present and past illness (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I could observe that there is tendency for the lesions to assume a shape that is generally seen due to excoriation. This implies t... Read Full »
Kindly explain my blood results taken for red and purple dots in the body.
Query: Hello doctor, Can you, please, explain results? I also have clusters of red and purple dots all over my body and get winded easy. Results: Lupus Anticoagulant Comp. Dilute Prothrombin Time(dPT) 56.2 High sec 0.0 to 55.0 01, dPT Confirm Ratio 1.16 Ratio 0.00 to 1.20 01, thrombin time 18.1 sec 0.0 to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are having multiple petichae (red and purple - healing) spots all over the body (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You are also getting winded possibly due to reduced hemoglobin. You were being evaluated for a possible lupus anticoagulant. Specific te... Read Full »
Please suggest ways to protect me from sunlight.
Query: Hi doctor, Two years back during my holidays, I developed a large rash over the whole of my legs. It was described as petechiae when I got back to my native. The infection had got into my blood stream and my white blood cell count was extremely high. It took some time for it to return to normal. I a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The problem quoted by you as a petechia with blood stream infection and increased white blood cell count is broad in the sense it can include, sepsis due to bacterial infection, viral hemorrhagic fever, or parasitic infections. Whatever might be the cause; infections ar... Read Full »
What causes petechiae after lifting weights?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 21 years old. Recently my GP asked for my blood work and I was tested for iron and vitamin D. My iron was fine. I had way too little vitamin D, however, the doctor gave me vitamin D supplements. Right after I started taking the supplement, I got a cold and it lasted for two weeks. Lat... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: I can understand your dilemma. Family history and suspicious lesions can be difficult. Vitamin D deficiency is common nowadays due to reduced sun exposure. However, boosters would have helped. Avoid any further boosters a... Read Full »
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