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Temporal arteritis (giant cell arteritis)
An inflammation of the arteries in the head, resulting in headaches, fever, scalp pain, jaw pain, and loss of vision.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
Teenager14-18 | Rare | ||||
Young adult19-40 | Rare | ||||
Middle-aged adult41-60 | Common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
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