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Superficial artery/vein on both sides of my head (GP states they're veins) Runs from front of ear to forehead. Strong pulse. Inflammation blood test normal. Temporal Arteritis ruled out. I also get dull headaches. Is a blood test conclusive?
I may have Temporal Arteritis but until the blood tests come back I have been prescribed Prednisolone 40mg a day, 3rd day of pills today. how long until they start to work, my vision is not as blurry as it was but headache & face pain just as bad?
If other blood vessels take over post temporal arteritis biopsy, why don't these vessels take over before tab to aid the artery when it is inflammed?
I have temporal arteritis doctor said I should only worry about headaches on side of my temple. Headaches else where shouldn't worry me but they do I am unsure about when to increase steroids fear of blindness.?
Does temporal arteritis always have bruised temple or scalp feeling, and is this feeling intermittent or constant? Same question for the headache?
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