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Will Low Iron & Ferritin Cause Petechies On Arms?

I have polycythemia for the past 6 yrs, to bring my hg to 14 I have a phlebotamy every 2 0r 3 months and low dose asprin once a day. My question is I get petechies on my arms if I rub or scratch them I have low iron and ferritin. Do you have any suggestions
Tue, 4 Jun 2019
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Hello,

It is not related to your iron reserves. You can consult a physician to rule out other causes like bleeding disorders and low platelet count. Low platelet can cause similar symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Will Low Iron & Ferritin Cause Petechies On Arms?

Hello, It is not related to your iron reserves. You can consult a physician to rule out other causes like bleeding disorders and low platelet count. Low platelet can cause similar symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician