Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Red Spots On The Ears And Behind The Ears?
My toddler has small red dots on Hus arms, near his ears and on the back of one ear. It looks like he got poked with needles. They are not raised. He is a very fair skin child. I don t know if I should be concerned. This bout of them has lasted about 2 weeks so far
Tue, 21 Oct 2014
Hemolytic-uremic syndrome or HUS is characterised by low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) which manifests as pin point subcutaneous haemorrhages as you are describing. They need not be raised from surface. You need not be concerned about these but you need management of the underlying disease process.
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....