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Temporal Arteritis

Description:

Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammatory disease that affects the blood vessels, predominantly in the head and neck area. It commonly affects the temporal arteries, resulting in symptoms such as severe headaches, tenderness in the temples, vision problems, and jaw pain.

Sample Sentences:

1. She was diagnosed with temporal arteritis after experiencing debilitating headaches.
2. The patient's temporal arteritis caused her vision to deteriorate rapidly.
3. The doctor prescribed corticosteroids to manage the inflammation associated with temporal arteritis.

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