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Petechiae Covering My Abdomen, Chest, Breasts And Upper Arms. Can Pollen And Dust Cause This ?
i have recently noticed petechiae covering my abdomen , chest , breasts and upper arms. i havent really noticed anything else odd, except for some slight weight gain . im a 45 yr old f female who smokes and i have a rather physically demanding job. i also have allergies, which i ve never seen a physician for, but seem to be dust and pollen related. i dont know whether that would contribute to the petechiae or not. thank you for your time.
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Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
Dust/ pollen by allergy doesn't cause petechiae on skin. It may cause difficulty in breathing/ large erythematous rash called as "urticaria".
You should consult with dermatologist.
Your petechiae may or may not be related with dust/ pollen
This may be entirely different disease.
Thanks,
Dr. Mayank Bhargava
Thanks for posting your query.
Dust/ pollen by allergy doesn't cause petechiae on skin. It may cause difficulty in breathing/ large erythematous rash called as "urticaria".
You should consult with dermatologist.
Your petechiae may or may not be related with dust/ pollen
This may be entirely different disease.
Thanks,
Dr. Mayank Bhargava
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