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A member asked:

If you have leukemia, does the petechial rash go away?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

The rash: Will improve when the platelet count increases.

Answered 9/12/2013

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I had a CBC, and had high MPV of 11.5. is it possible that I have leukemia? I do have several petechiae dots over my body, but not in a rash. Also have intermittent ankle/shin pain. doctors say it's stress cause I have anxiety. other CBC stuff normal?

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I have been getting petechial rashes on my ribs and legs. I also have petechiae on my arms, scattered however. I've heard causes are bad, but I would like your opinion.

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