🔅 TEMPORAL ARTERITIS

– This is a type of vasculitis that affects the temporal arteries (the blood vessels that supply blood to the head and scalp).

– The cause of temporal arteritis is unknown, but it may be related to an abnormal immune response or an infection.

– The symptoms of temporal arteritis include headache (especially in the temples), scalp tenderness, jaw pain (especially when chewing), vision problems (such as blurred vision or loss of vision), fever, weight loss, or night sweats.

– The diagnosis of temporal arteritis is based on the medical history, physical examination, blood tests (such as erythrocyte sedimentation rate or C-reactive protein), or biopsy (taking a tissue sample from the temporal artery).

– The treatment of temporal arteritis involves taking high doses of corticosteroids (such as prednisone) to reduce inflammation and prevent complications (such as blindness or stroke).

– The prevention of temporal arteritis is not possible, but it may help to monitor the condition regularly and follow the doctor's instructions.

– The dietary recommendations for temporal arteritis are similar to those for vasculitis.