Is a blood coagulation disorder necessarily cancer related? I have Petechiae on legs arms, etc. Our dog's nails need cut, and she jumped on my arms. My arms appear as if I have been attacked by a pit bull. What tests does oncologist perform to determine the cause of the Petechiae?
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Petechiae is not necessarily related to cancer. It is generally a result of low platelet count.
Petechiae may be an indication of a serious underlying problem that requires medical evaluation.
Causes of a low platelet count include:
1. Autoimmune disorders, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
2. Viral infections, such as mononucleosis and measles (rubella)
3. Side effect of certain medications, such as chemotherapy drugs
4. Bone marrow disorders, such as leukemia
5. Infection of your bloodstream (septicemia, or "blood poisoning")
Treatment of petechiae depends on the underlying cause. If you develop petechiae, see your doctor promptly.
Petechiae may be an indication of a serious underlying problem that requires medical evaluation.
Causes of a low platelet count include:
1. Autoimmune disorders, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
2. Viral infections, such as mononucleosis and measles (rubella)
3. Side effect of certain medications, such as chemotherapy drugs
4. Bone marrow disorders, such as leukemia
5. Infection of your bloodstream (septicemia, or "blood poisoning")
Treatment of petechiae depends on the underlying cause. If you develop petechiae, see your doctor promptly.
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