Takayasu's arteritis (patient information)

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Shaghayegh Habibi, M.D.[2]

Overview

What are the Symptoms of Takayasu's arteritis?

Symptoms may include:

  • Arm weakness or pain with use
  • Chest pain
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Fever
  • Lightheadedness
  • Muscle or joint pain
  • Skin rash
  • Night sweats
  • Vision changes
  • Weight loss
  • Decreased radial pulses (at the wrist)
  • Difference in blood pressure between the two arms
  • High blood pressure (hypertension)

What Causes Takayasu's arteritis?

Who is at Highest Risk?

Diagnosis

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care?

Treatment Options

Treatment of Takayasu arteritis is difficult. However, people who have the right treatment can see improvement. It is important to identify the condition early.

MEDICINES

  • Most people are first treated with high doses of steroids. Immunosuppressive drugs, such as azathioprine, mycophenolate, methotrexate, or leflunomide are often added.
  • Biologic agents including TNF inhibitors such as infliximab are recommended for people who do not improve with the previous treatment.
  • Other biologic agents that show promising benefits for treating Takayasu's arteritis include tocilizumab, and rituximab.

SURGERY

  • Surgery or angioplasty may be used to open up narrowed arteries to supply blood or open up the constriction.
  • Aortic valve replacement may be needed in some cases.

Where to find Medical Care for Takayasu's arteritis?

Medical care for Takayasu's arteritis can be found here.

Prevention

What to Expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible Complications

Sources

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000434.htm


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