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What Are the Causes of a Petechial Hemorrhage?

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What Are the Causes of a Petechial Hemorrhage?

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A petechial hemorrhage is a type of bruise-like bleeding under the skin that has causes ranging from simply hitting a shin on the edge of a coffee table to serious illnesses that require medical care. Unlike a typical bruise, a petechial hemorrhage creates a pattern of small red dots called petechiae. Some petechial hemorrhages are mistaken for rashes, though they do not produce the chronic itching, blistering and swelling that often accompany rashes. Injuries are among the least serious causes of a petechial hemorrhage. Women are more likely than men to develop bruising on the skin after an injury, though genetics also plays a role in determining how easily a person bruises. The intense journey from the womb during a vaginal birth also may cause petechial hemorrhages as pressure is placed on a newborn baby’s delicate skin.

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