Patient's question:
Hello, there's a spot on the child's thigh that looks like subcutaneous bleeding, but I'm not sure what it is. Do I need to take them to the hospital for a check-up? Please give some advice.Doctor's answer:
It's important. You can directly go to the hematology department for a check-up. A complete blood count is necessary. Pay special attention to the platelet count. If the platelet count is too low, it can cause bleeding. Does the child have a fever? Purpura is characterized by symmetrical, slightly elevated lesions on both sides, mostly on the lower limbs, and it's painless and itchy. Petechiae are related to thrombocytopenia, they don't elevate above the skin surface, are distributed irregularly, and are painless and itchy. Erythema elevates above the skin surface, is distributed irregularly, and is itchy. It's recommended to go to the dermatology department or pediatrics department for a check-up.