My wife has the same issue.  For those who don't know, petechiae are dots of blood which appear under the skin; they often appear with purpura, which are larger areas or patches of blood under the skin, rather like a bruise. They appear suddenly, then fade over time. Usually, the dot or patch is well beneath the surface of the skin, but just occasionally it  might bleed. The dots and patches can appear anywhere. 

My wife has had a couple of blood tests but everything seems ok. It just appears to be something that has started as she's got older. It was startling at first, but our GP has reassured us that there's nothing wrong. 

As a general rule, we advise people not to search for their symptoms on Google.  The problem is that if you follow any chain of symptoms far enough, you will always reach cancer or some other dire condition.  

I think since your patches have reappeared you should revisit the doctor, who may want to repeat the blood work. 

Hello it’s been a while. 

The spots have faded away yet some single ones randomly appear and sometimes appear when I itch.

i have been to the doctors my blood is fine.

i have been referred to a dermatologist which I am going to next week.

however can I rule out Leukemia? I am so terrified! I have no other symptoms.

I suggest you get back to your doctor, say you've counted the spots, and there are more than 15.

My wife has many more than 15, but she's had the blood tests and she's fine.  

Hi!

I've had blood test done 2 months ago (I had the spots then ) and they came back fine. 

Also I've had them all my life. I have a dermatology appointment for a mole in a few months. Should i bring it up then?

Personally, I would see if I could get a phone call with the GP first.  I think that will get you quicker reassurance.  If the GP thinks it's necessary to have more blood tests then you'll get them done long before you see the dermatologist.

You could definitely mention it to the dermatologist, but I'm not sure that a skin specialist would be able to help with what might be a blood clotting problem.  

Hi,

I rang the receptionist and told her I have a question for the gp. She said the gp will call me asap.

Karen

I think you've done the wisest thing.  Let us know how you get on. 

The doctor said they arent dramatic enough, big enough and them dont appear in a rash to be dangerous! All good here thank god

That's good news.  Thanks for keeping us informed.

Hi

So i also am very worried about my spots under the skin, they appeared only 3 days ago first starting on my lower hip but have now spread down to my thigh, i'm only 16 so it's worrying me a lot.

Ive been having troubles with my skin recently i had pityriasis rosea on my upper body but that's seem to dissapear slightly i'm just wondering if that may be linked to the spots on my leg.

I don't know what i can do, i might ring my GP again but I don't know if it is likely to go on it's own or i need to get some tests?

I also read up about petechiae but i have no other symptoms so i'm wondering if it's just nothung but can't be too sure.

any advice?

I have this on my inner arms mainly so scared when I google Leukemia comes up x

Hi Bulldog.

DON'T Google your symptoms!  You could Google a head cold and it will tell you you've got cancer!  

If you haven't already seen your GP then you should do so, but remember that there are many causes for petechiae, and cancer isn't the most likely. 

Hi Bulldog.

DON'T Google your symptoms!  You could Google a head cold and it will tell you you've got cancer!  

If you haven't already seen your GP then you should do so, but remember that there are many causes for petechiae, and cancer isn't the most likely. 

Thanks I've got bloods booked in next week, last year when I had bloods I had low folate deficiency I wondering if I have that again has I'm always tired too.

Had bloods done said my full blood count slightly out of range but no further action? X

[@Bulldog2020]‍ did you get anywhere with this? I also have slightly higher than normal red blood cells and getting like little round splatters of blood spots on my legs. Dr did blood tests and said all though they are out of range mine usually are and they aren't worried but I am freaking out as I keep getting these tiny red blood spots!

I'm the same, had low folate last year and now seem to be getting these tiny pin *** spots all over but a patch on my chest. My husband thinks I'm a hypochondriac for even noticing them. I've booked a doctors appointment but I made the mistake of googling it and now and freaking out as I've got an enlarged lymph node in my neck (I've had it 7 years with no enlargement) 

Hi.

I've been getting this rash type symptom. It started about 3 months ago, I noticed it on my stomach when I was getting changed one day. Didn't really think much of it and thought I'd had a reaction to something. Then about a month later it came back. In exactly the same place. Then I noticed it on my feet (very odd!!) and then on the backs of my legs. I went to the doctors who sent me for some bloods. Everything has come back normal apart from my liver test. They haven't said what's wrong but my liver test and coagulation has come back either slightly low or high. They haven't told me. I need to come back in 2 months for a retest. This made me feel better but I have now noticed the rash looks much angrier and seems to have clustered together. Looks a mess to be honest. Getting quite concerned with it after the things you read online. I don't feel unwell in myself but I just can't seem to get to the bottom of it. I don't take any medication, don't have an immune disorder or anything like that. Also haven't hurt myself so no idea what's happening. Anyone else got a similar story? It's freaking me out to be honest 

Welcome to the forum Hfletcher although I'm sorry to hear about this rash.

I know this must be worrying but you did the right thing by seeking medical advice. Hopefully you'll get a step closer to some answers in 2 months time, but do be sure to let your GP know if your rash gets worse whilst you're waiting.

I hope some of the members on this discussion get back to you soon, but if you don't receive a reply, you're welcome to reach out to others on more recent discussions about this or start your own.

We're thinking of you Hfletcher and have our fingers crossed this is no cause for concern.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator