Petechiae and purpura are two related symptoms that occur when tiny blood vessels called capillaries burst and leak under the skin. Petechiae are tiny, red pin spots that often develop in clusters ...

Getting a prompt diagnosis is always important, but especially so if you or your child experiences fever along with petechiae. You may notice red, brown, or purple spots on your skin and wonder ...

Skin cancer rash and leukemia petechiae, a type of rash caused by blood cancer, can cause sores or wounds that do not go away ...

petechiae, flushing). Specific terminology is used to describe the characteristics of skin lesions (color, configuration, distribution, type of lesion, and the lesion pattern) which can then be ...

Moisturisers containing lactic acid or urea can also help smooth the skin. Though keratosis pilaris has no cure, consistent care can improve its appearance over time. Petechiae often resolve on ...

Undertaking such extra activities may result in positive findings which would prevent the term 'SIDS' from being used e.g. skin petechiae indicating accidental or inflicted asphyxia, or bruises or ...

partial deblocking of the transradial band distal to the site of compression was followed by the appearance of petechiae in an area of previously normal skin. Petechiae distal to venous ...