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Petechiae

Symptoms & Signs

What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?

When a person has petechiae, the healthcare provider will ask questions, such as:

Is this the first time the person noticed petechiae?

When did they develop?

Has the person been ill lately?

Has there been a recent injury or accident?

Are there any other symptoms?

What medications is the person taking, if any?

Does the person have any medical conditions?

What is the person's typical diet?