Aside from the common bruise, bleeding into the skin or mucous membranes is a very significant sign and should always be evaluated. Bleeding that consists of pinpoint dots of blood is called petechiae. Larger flat areas where blood has collected under the tissue, up to a centimeter in diameter, are called purpura. A very large area is called an ecchymosis.
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
Small pinpoint purplish spots caused by bleeding under the skin are called petechiae. These tiny spots occur when small blood vessels, or capillaries, break and leak blood into the skin. Petechiae can result from various factors, including injury, certain medical conditions, or specific medications. If someone experiences petechiae without an obvious cause, it's important to seek medical attention for further evaluation.
Microrchidia is the medical term meaning small testicles.
Saccule is the medical term meaning small sac.
Small has the same meaning in medical and common language.
The plural form of "petechia" is "petechiae." Petechiae are small, pinpoint-sized red or purple spots that appear on the skin due to bleeding underneath the skin. They can result from various causes, including trauma, infections, or certain medical conditions.
Bronchiole is the medical term meaning small bronchi
Micro- and -ole or -ule are medical terminology combining forms meaning small
Brachydactyly is the medical term meaning abnormally short fingers or toes.
A wheal is a small itchy swelling.
Microtia means small ears.microtia
Micrognathia