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Had a mra done dec2012 to check for like anuersyums will this also show if i have giant arteries such as temporal arthritis i'm only 21 & i had sedrat?
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No: The diagnosis of temporal arthritis is made by biopsy of the artery. If this is the underlying problem do not delay because vision can be affected.
Answered 4/2/2013
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Forget it: Here you go again on the temporal arteritis kick. An MRI is not reliable. Biopsy is needed if anyone in their right mind suspects giant cell arteritis in a 21 year old.
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