I have petechiae

Preteciae occurs when the blood vessels come up to the skin and the vessels bleed under the skin. My arms are the worst affected. But, I have it all over my body. My doctor did a blood test today. She wants what's called a purple smear test. I am very scared because there are so many things this could be. If things turn out abnormal, she is going to send me to a hematologist. Thanks for reading. Just had to get this off my chest.

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PhoenixPhail · M

I hope all is well with that. Are you okay?

Indy74 · 46-50, F

@PhoenixPhail yeah, doctors can't figure out how to get rid of it. I've got these spots all over my arms and torso. I gotta live with them. Oh well.

PhoenixPhail · M

@Indy74 Yes, I understand. I have to live with my mystery medical anomalies, too. I've been glad doctors have been there, but about some things, I don't think they know very much.