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How Can I Wean Off If Prednisone And Actimra And Be Completely Cured From Temporal Arteritis?

I have had Temporal Arteritis since July. 2016 I went off prednisone after 11 months It came back several weeks later I was on prednisone and actimra for awhile Only on actimra alone several months. Every other week. I WANT TO STOP ALL DRUGS...how else can I know if I am disease free?
Wed, 30 Nov 2022
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Hello,

I recommend performing inflammation tests and a transcranial doppler ultrasound of the temporal arteries in order to determine if you are disease free or not.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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How Can I Wean Off If Prednisone And Actimra And Be Completely Cured From Temporal Arteritis?

Hello, I recommend performing inflammation tests and a transcranial doppler ultrasound of the temporal arteries in order to determine if you are disease free or not. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist