Tim Hass shared his photo â with Tim Hass at Coon Fork Lake County Park. Â· December 20, 2016 Â· Augusta, WI Â·.
The possible causes of blanching of skin can range from a medical emergency to a temporary inconvenience. Shock is a medical emergency that causes blanching of the skin, as well as other signs and symptoms. The condition occurs when the body is not getting enough blood or oxygen, usually due to one of the following: 1  significant blood loss.  severe trauma.
â¢ occurs in bedridden patients who are not turned regularly or who are dragged or pulled across the bed repeatedly. â¢ pressure on body restricts blood supply & skin becomes pale or blanched. â¢ permanent damage eventually results in degeneration & ulceration of skin.