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What Causes Painful Worm Like Veins That Have Appeared Near The Hairline And Temples?

Hi, I have worm-like veins that have appeared near the hairline and my temples. The popped vein on the left has been present for a month. The one on the left appeared a few days ago. it started out small and tender and now it has grown to the same size as the one on the left and it is painful, causing a headache. Do I need to see a doctor or is there otc medicine i can take. Thanks for your advice.
Tue, 8 Jul 2014
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Hi,
Looking at your history and clinical symptoms, I am of the opinion, it could be 'temporal arteritis'. It is commonly seen in the elderly.
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive proteins will be elevated. Biopsy and imaging studies are necessary for confirmation.
Treatment needs to started with steroids, once confirmed. Risk of blindness present.
Discuss with your doctor for diagnosis and treatment at the earliest.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
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What Causes Painful Worm Like Veins That Have Appeared Near The Hairline And Temples?

Hi, Looking at your history and clinical symptoms, I am of the opinion, it could be temporal arteritis . It is commonly seen in the elderly. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive proteins will be elevated. Biopsy and imaging studies are necessary for confirmation. Treatment needs to started with steroids, once confirmed. Risk of blindness present. Discuss with your doctor for diagnosis and treatment at the earliest. Any further queries, happy to help again. Dr. Prakash HM