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I have had mild thrombocytopenia in the past where i would get petechiae when i would bump into something but recently whenever i scratch i get them?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Maybe unrelated: Only very severe thrombocytopenia is likely to cause petechiae. "MIld" is not likely to do so; your platelet count and petechiae with minor trauma may be unrelated. If increasing, best to see a doctor for professional evaluation.

Answered 6/19/2017

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A member asked:

I have had mild thrombocytopenia in the past where i would get petechiae when i would bump into something but recently whenever i scratch i get them?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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