What could cause red dots on the skin?

Question

Hi doctor,

I think I have petechiae. There are red dots as big as a needle head. I read well. I do have some anxiety problems.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

Thank you for taking help from a psychiatrist.

It can be cholinergic urticaria, which is due to stress and anxiety. I suggest you follow the below guidelines to deal with your problem:

Exercise daily for 30 to 45 minutes, like at least going for a walk. It will uplift your mood and reduce anger outbursts.
Meditate for 20 minutes daily. Sit in one place in a comfortable position, and try to concentrate on your normal breathing. Do not stop or force yourself to stop your thoughts. Just let it be. This will help you to relax.
Eat healthy home-cooked foods, and avoid junk foods.
Spend quality time with friends and family daily or do video calls if you are living away from your family.
Spend time on creative hobbies like reading good books, writing journals, painting, drawing, and learning new skills or language or musical instruments.
Sleep enough for seven to eight hours daily.
Avoid tobacco, alcohol, or any substance abuse.

Live your life. Do not just spend it. Be bold and confident. If you still have symptoms that persist after following the advice for four to six weeks, then you need to start medications for a short duration. I also suggest the following tests:

CBC (complete blood count).
RBS (random blood sugar).
ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate).
Vitamin B12 and D3.

I hope that you got your answer.

Revert in case of more queries.

Thank you.