Just diagnosed with Temporal Arteritis of the eye?

Question

I really don't agree with the diagnosis! I see a specialist on Monday, in the meantime I'm on large doses of Prednizone. This problem can cause blindness if not treated right away. It's an inflamation of the artery above the eye. I think it's all migraine related and my blood test turned out ok. The next step is a biopsy. Any one here have this happen? I need to hear your experience. thanks
yanksgirl

Answer 1

Well pt's with arteritis are usually over 50 years of age. But the disease is detected by a biopsy of an artery. And your dr has you on large dose of prednizone, which is the same as a cortisone related med. But this is a serious disease like you said can lead to blindness and or stroke. Get a second opinion, but don't put this off. the biopsy will detect the disease. Good luck.

Answer 2

So weird - my mom was just diagnosed with this as well. the best course of action is the prednisone. She had the temporal artery biopsy and that came back negative but they are still keeping her on the prednisone. As her doc said, it is better to treat than not. As you said, blindness can be the outcome. In the meantime, seek a second opinion. Good luck and keep me posted!!
By the way, the biopsy was no big deal and it is best to biopsy both sides.....

Marymulligan you are an a**hole

Answer 3

Tell your Mom she has to keep taking the steroid.
It's a bit disconcerting, but eyesight is important.
Someone I know had it, they couldn't find any underlying
cause and it went away after a month. Good Luck to your
Mom

Answer 4

you need to stop getting come in your eyes