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What Does A Biopsy Across The Forehead Reveal?
Good Afternoon, I am being tested for a condition called temporal . I don t remember what it is called. I have had blood tests and I am going to have a biopsy tomorrow across my forehead. Could you tell me what it would be called. I m seeing a neurologist and a rheumologist
Mon, 23 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I assume the condition you are talking about is temporal arteritis. The biopsy will help confirm this condition as there are changes in the vessel wall that can be seen under the microscope.
Once confirmed, it will be possible to put you on the appropriate medicines. The usual protocol includes giving steroids. It is a minor procedure and there is nothing for you to worry about.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pranav Balakrishnan
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I assume the condition you are talking about is temporal arteritis. The biopsy will help confirm this condition as there are changes in the vessel wall that can be seen under the microscope.
Once confirmed, it will be possible to put you on the appropriate medicines. The usual protocol includes giving steroids. It is a minor procedure and there is nothing for you to worry about.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pranav Balakrishnan
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