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Is there another treatment for giant cell arteries other then 60 mg steroids daily for the rest of my life? i hope so because i refuse treatment.

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Giant cell arteritis: Prompt treatment of giant cell arteritis is critical in order to prevent permanent tissue damage and loss of vision. Corticosteroid medications usually relieve symptoms of giant cell arteritis and may prevent loss of vision. The evidence supporting the use of steroid-sparing immunomodulatory agents such as Methotrexate for long-term management remains debated.

Answered 6/28/2014

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