Petechiae: Symptoms & Signs

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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?

Other questions may also be asked.

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Author: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/27/01

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