Temporal Arteritis

Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammation of the medium and large arteries, especially those that run along the temple area, in the head.

Why it matters to treat it: by affecting blood flow, it can compromise the blood supply to important structures, including those related to vision, which is why it requires timely evaluation.

Symptoms that may appear:

• New headache, especially in the temples
• Tenderness of the scalp
• Pain when chewing
• Visual disturbances

Who to see? The internist and the rheumatologist are the professionals who evaluate this type of blood vessel inflammation. In the face of a persistent headache that is different from the usual, accompanied by changes in vision, it is advisable to seek medical review without delay.