Powered by Invision Community. Last reply 2 weeks ago. My EEG was normal, and they found a Skeleton, Skin, Muscles, Hair, Teeth and Nails, we pay way too much attention to any detail in our bodies. In this thread, people posted they don't have them, or they do & increased at CFS onset, or right before. They can come up for various reasons. - I've never experienced knee or ankle pain. Webpetechiae anxiety forum. I have had a few petechiae on and off for 2 months now, usually no more than a handful at a time. ), chest (two) and a few other areas on my body. While the x-rays did not show much the other test showed inflammation on a scale of 6/10. I also have dermographism. Try our Symptom Checker Got any other symptoms? I so want to be like that again When I'm out in the sun they are very noticeable. 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. They JMHO though. Press J to jump to the feed. - Teeth have always been hugely crowded, as I have a small mouth. October 2012 #1. Has anyone ever had petechiae after a sunburn like when you start feeling? I was also taking amoxicillin. BTWmine have come in various waves, the first wave being 20 years ago, and the most recent, this year. Having said that, in respect of the streaking effect and the generalised redness, the photo looks like a hybrid of petechiae and the weird blotching that I'm getting these days as a non-itchy allergy thing (if I get too much of it, it's time to reach for the piriton [chlorpheniramine] or risk having more of a reaction some time later that can extend as far as breathlessness and confusion). 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. Thanks for sharing this topic. I wish the lab would call me back so I could schedule the damn blood work but no luck. i totally understand how you feel. I know your mind might say well that was last time and this time it's different.. but that's the anxiety talking and not facts. It's kind of an allergic reaction to sunlight. This content does not have an English version. I have petechiae which is associated with leukemia and its freaking the hell out of me. I have similar spots as well. Symptoms of Petechiae in babies: Immobility and intense crying that alternates with a great decay. It doesn't itch or hurt at all. My husband said my arms and legs were jerking. 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. Registered in England and Wales. Some things that don't add up, however: 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 1. WebPetechiae. hi you had answered a question of mine a couple days ago regarding petechiae , if there where only spots randomly placed around the body would that be a concern? I remember getting petechiae all over my forearms from playing volleyball in gym class. I looked like raw bacon after.) I had low platelets and couldn't keep them abouve the teens unless I took large doses of prednisone. He didn't have to crawl to the bathroom. 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. All rights reserved. Tiny, spaced out red spots? Good day my friends, I awoke this morning (great news) and noted that I had Petechiae across my lower abdomen. B12/Folate deficiency is one of them. Is it really anxiety? In time, myelodysplastic syndromes might cause: Fatigue Shortness of breath Unusual paleness (pallor), which occurs due to a low red blood cell count (anemia) Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders, Orthopedic issues (bones, joints, and muscles), Allergy, immunology & mast cell disorders. That, too, is helpful information. I have no fevers, night sweats, bleeding, fatigue, etc, or really anything to worry about, though the 2 or 3 petechiae at a time have come and gone since then. I also get them occasionally, from various things, but especially when I've slept in a weird position. respect of any healthcare matters. Other symptoms include: Thrombocytopenia causes fall into one of three categories: Specific factors affecting platelet supply include: Healthcare providers will do a physical examination. The general aching in your bones and muscles could well be associated with Instantaneously, just like that from a sneeze. http://bestpractice.bmj.com/best-practice/monograph/823/diagnosis/step-by-step.html. Your link has been automatically embedded. Bruises: Bruises happen when blood pools under your skin. Accessed March 13, 2019. Yup - I had a lot of pressure applied to that area and then a few hours later noticed them there. When the doctor called with the results her exact words were, "Your counts are normal, you definitely do not have cancer." 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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. Yes, I have these. Sounds normal to me. I have had chronic sinus/digestive problems and I also have extensive petechiae(mainly limbs tho' slightly fewer/larger on trunk). - My grandmother could touch the floor with her hands (not palms) when she was 75!! Uncategorized. It is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as medical advice or a diagnosis of any health or fitness problem, condition or disease; or a recommendation for a specific test, doctor, care provider, procedure, treatment plan, product, or course of action. I feel it is more likely that you are suffering with an anxiety disorder than MS or Leukemia. However, I do only weight 100 pounds, so my body may not stress the joints there Now I just let them fade on their own but I have a spot on my right leg from last fall that is not fading. privacy practices. They weren't there prior to my illness. I only mention it as it might be worth keeping an eye on whether you get red blotching (without the petechiae) at other times, and if you take antihistamines at all, whether they respond to them. Now Im in complete panic mode. They rang the proverbial bell. I no how you feel, have you ever noticed any on your legs? From the very beginning I was confused over my arthritis diagnosis. Accessed March 13, 2019. There are multiple causes for thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, etc. More serious common causes include liver disease such I could do it online but I need to find out if my doctor ever actually sent the order for the tests before I go (don't want to go there and not be able to have them done). 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 "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.org," "Mayo Clinic Healthy Living," and the triple-shield Mayo Clinic logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Been here since December so I have no hope of them going away. Immune thrombocytopenia may have no signs and symptoms. overcoming anxiety feels nearly impossible sometimes. Should I be worried, and has anybody else experienced this? I have a blood (platelet) disorder called ITP. Once both my legs were covered with them after I stood for a few hours in mildly abrasive pants. Clear editor. They may have small red spots on the skin, or petechiae, which occur due to tiny blood vessels that have bled. Accessed Feb. 21, 2019. Here they appear on a leg (A) and on an abdomen (B). Has anyone else had that many appear all at once? Straining. I no how you feel, have you ever noticed any on your 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. I'd hedge my bets on anxiety, or irritation from your clothing. Really, it is just broken capillaries under the skincan be caused by trauma (ie sports). Several instances of vomiting. Anxiety & Panic Disorders; Arthritis; Breast Cancer; Chronic Illness; Crohn's Disease; Depression; Diabetes; Fibromyalgia; GERD & Acid Reflux; Irritable Bowel Usually flat to the touch, petechiae don't lose color when you press on them. Rochester, Minn.: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; 2019. include protected health information. Petechiae People with myelodysplastic syndromes might not experience signs and symptoms at first. I started taking Prozac 2 months ago and in March I was feeling really h Petechiae here and there really aren't too much of a concern. Anyone ever have to face this? We use arnica salve on him at the first sign of injury and this seems to help. Difficulty in breathing Fever, without apparent cause, coldness in the legs, feet, and hands. A lot of people have them, pretty sure it's genetics. Last reviewed by a Cleveland Clinic medical professional on 10/20/2022. Like, ALL over it. However he said when it's a side effect of medicine it'll go away within a month. They appear as round, pinpoint-sized dots that are not raised. Never a big area like that though. Usually on my upper thighs. Last night I began to have symptoms of a UTI.