New leukemia scare

Hi all,
It’s been a while. I have been able to control the demons in my head for a good while now.
And of course, I wake up this morning, go in the well-lit bathroom and notice a funny rash that I had never seen before on my leg. I’m familiar with razor burn, wasn’t that. I’m familiar with reactions to clothing or detergent, wasn’t that. Of course, it’s a rash called petechiae (looks identical to photos) and that is the very rash associated with leukemia. As soon as I looked it up, my heart sank. Leukemia was the first thing that came up. Of course there were other causes I read about but they didn’t match up. I haven’t had any trauma to the area or anything.
I read on a couple sites that very tight clothing can cause this rash and I have worn very tight jeans the past few days, but I do not think those jeans could cause it??
I’m horrified. This is the only “symptom” I have but the more I think about it I kinda do have some joint pain but I have twin toddlers who run me ragged. I’m just so scared. I was doing so well now I’m back in the hole. Any advice regarding this rash??

Worriedmama said:

Scratching can cause it as well. I actually went to my doctor for it and she talked me off the ledge as I was freaking out as well. I am sure you are fine! Go enjoy those babies and take your mind off of things (easier said than done), but that approach has worked for me.

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Where was yours located when you went to the doctor? What did the doctor say exactly? Thank you for your reply!

bin_tenn said:

Lots of things can cause petechiae, and the vast majority of causes are benign. Leukemia can cause it, sure, but when it's caused by leukemia it's often widespread rather than localized. Localized petechiae are almost certainly (in my opinion) the result of trauma or similar. You don't have to remember any trauma, as we often don't realize (or remember) we've bumped into something, or whatever the case may be. I often wake up with petechiae / bruises in different areas, presumably because of how I sleep. Something as simple as sleeping with a hand under part of the body for an extended period through the night can cause a bruise.

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Can simply bumping into something really cause it? It’s different than a bruise

Bobnnat said:

First, Shewps is right on point. No way you would just have a rash. An early symptom is extreme, devastating exhaustion. You wouldn't be able to write your post, or especially care for your little ones.

I remember maybe 2 years ago i noticed a large petechiae rash on my wife's leg. She exercises and said it's probably just from that. I insisted she see her doctor. She did, only because I was not backing down. She said OK, I'll go but I'm going to tell her that YOU are concerned, not me.

So she goes. The doctor clears her of any serious issue and tells her "Your husband seems to have some health anxiety issues". Really? No **** Sherlock!!

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I can’t seem to shake it. I just have these visions and fears that it will keep coming back or get worse. Could this be the first symptom of leukemia do you think or would I have lots of other symptoms? I know these things can sometimes be silent...until it’s too late. I’m just getting myself in a state. Did your wife’s rash go away quickly or what?