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.
Skin infections with Staph bacteria can cause a serious condition called scalded skin syndrome, which is seen more often in children, but can occur in adults as well. The infection causes a breakdown of the upper layers of the skin, which blisters and sloughs off (just like a severe burn).