Ashton E. Newberry, 20, of Coeur d’Alene is charged with attempted strangulation, a felony, and domestic battery in the presence of a child, a misdemeanor, after police said he choked a woman.

A person who has been strangled by a partner may not be ready to leave their attacker, victim advocates say. They may be worried about being homeless, a lack of money, or additional harm to them, ...

Purpura and petechiae are spots of skin discoloration that occur when small blood vessels under the skin break and bleed. The main difference between the two is their appearance. Purpura and petechiae ...

Petechiae are tiny, flat patches that occur due to bleeding under the skin. They may look like a rash on a person’s skin. Petechiae typically appear red or purple on pale skin but may look brown on ...

Although some causes are harmless, petechiae could be a symptom of a more serious condition. Getting a prompt diagnosis is always important, but especially so if you or your child experiences fever ...

With petechiae, you may notice tiny red, purple, or brown spots that occur when capillaries break under your skin. Seek ...

Petechiae are tiny red, flat spots that appear on your skin. They are a sign of blood leaking from capillaries under your skin. Capillaries are the tiniest blood vessels that connect arteries to veins ...

Strangulation involves a person using hands or an item to cut off the ability to breathe. Strangulation victims may not show visible injuries, though they could have broken blood vessels in the eyes ...

Broken blood vessels may lead to petechiae, which are small, colored spots on the skin. Possible causes include infections, injuries, strains, and medications. Petechiae are tiny purple, red, or brown ...