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Temporal arteritis is inflammation and damage to blood vessels that supply the head area, particularly the large or medium arteries that branch from the neck.If the inflammation affects the arteries in your neck, upper ... |
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Symptoms
Excessive sweatingFeverGeneral ill feelingJaw pain, intermittent or when chewingLoss of appetiteMuscle achesThrobbing...
Causes
Temporal, giant cell, and cranial arteritis occur when one or more arteries become inflammed and die.It most commonly...
Tests
The doctor will examine your head. Touching the head may show that the scalp is sensitive and has a tender, thick ar...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to reduce tissue damage that may occur because of lack of blood flow. Your doctor may prescr...
Complications
Possible complications, especially if not treated properly or promptly, include:Sudden vision loss or eye muscle weak...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have persistent throbbing headache and other symptoms of temporarl arteritis.
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