Symptoms

Immune thrombocytopenia may have no signs and symptoms. When they do occur, they may include:

• Easy or excessive bruising
• Superficial bleeding into the skin that appears as pinpoint-sized reddish-purple spots (petechiae) that look like a rash, usually on the lower legs
• Bleeding from the gums or nose
• Blood in urine or stools
• Unusually heavy menstrual flow

When to see a doctor

Make an appointment with your doctor if you or your child develops warning signs that worry you. Bleeding that won't stop is a medical emergency. Seek immediate help if you or your child experiences bleeding that can't be controlled by the usual first-aid techniques, such as applying pressure to the area.