Temporal Arteritis
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Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammation of the medium and large arteries, especially those that run along the temple area, in the head.
Why it matters to treat it: by affecting blood flow, it can compromise the blood supply to important structures, including those related to vision, which is why it requires timely evaluation.
Symptoms that may appear:
- New headache, especially in the temples
- Tenderness of the scalp
- Pain when chewing
- Visual disturbances
Who to see? The internist and the rheumatologist are the professionals who evaluate this type of blood vessel inflammation. In the face of a persistent headache that is different from the usual, accompanied by changes in vision, it is advisable to seek medical review without delay.
Data on 37 doctors who treat temporal arteritis
Which specialist treats temporal arteritis?
Temporal Arteritis is usually treated by specialists in rheumatologist, internist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in temporal arteritis
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Dr. Ricardo Huerta Figueroa
Dr. Jose Gregorio Arellano Aguilar
Frequently asked questions
What is temporal arteritis?
Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammation of the medium and large arteries, especially those that run along the temple area, in the head.
Which doctor treats temporal arteritis?
Temporal Arteritis is usually treated by specialists in rheumatologist, internist.