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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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Dr. Laurence Badgley answered

Specializes in General Practice

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.

Dr Hutchman agreed

Answered 4/2/2013

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

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.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/25/2023

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A member asked:

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?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Laurence Badgley answered

Dr Hutchman agreed

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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