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Possible return of GCA

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In 2015 I was diagnosed with GCA. I was on steroids for 5 yrs, Having been off steroids for 1 year I have been experiencing left side temple tenderness over the last few days. Could this be the return of the dreaded GCA ? Any advice please.

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The sooner you get it checked out the better. It will put your mind at rest otherwise you will just worry and as you well know stress is not a good thing to be under.

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Could be….could be something altogether different, but any new headaches needs to be investigated… as jinasc says the only way you’ll know is to get it checked.

Do hope it’s not a return of GCA.

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Annie3737 in reply to DorsetLady

Thank you all for your prompt replies. The discomfort seems to have disappeared completely this morning, but after feeling nauseas last evening, ( this was always the start of a migraine !) I am hoping this is the reason. Just leaves me a bit panicky after losing my sight for a very short time 5 years ago. Take care all, and thank you again.

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2013mayo

Wow, I hope it’s not a return of GCA, you need to get it checked out though. As you and I both know it’s very important to keep an eye on this.Please let us know how you get on.

Take care.

Morning, I've had PMR/GCA and a week ago my right temple was tender to touch and my head one side too....I upped my steroids and it's now gone. Maybe you should keep some steroids by you just in case. Would be such a shame if it's lurking waiting to strike. However, every ache and pain doesn't necessarily mean the worst.

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Did you have a biopsy there the last time? Have you had any other symptoms?

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Annie3737 in reply to PMRpro

A quick update, after spending today with post migraine symptoms and no further discomfort around the left temple, I feel confidant that was the cause. Thank you all.

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