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Petichiae , bleeding or bruising in children - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance

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Bleeding, bruising or rashes

Symptom and Specific Features

Possible Cancer

Recommendation

Petechiae (unexplained) in children and young people

Leukaemia

Refer for immediate specialist assessment [

 

Symptom and Specific Features

Possible Cancer

Recommendation

Bleeding or bruising (unexplained) in children and young people

Leukaemia

Offer a very urgent full blood count (within 48 hours)

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