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Giant cell arteritis:I’m afraid and would appreciate any advice

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Nov 26, 2023 | Replies (38)
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@marieameehan

I am so sorry Anya, I feel
Your pain !
I was disgnosed wth GCA s few hours ago and I am sad and scared !!
Please anyone out there to offer some advice etc
In anticipation of some connections!
Thank you !

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Nov 24, 2023

Hello @marieameehan, I'm not sure @anya is still following Connect as the last time she posted was when she started this discussion. You are not alone being scared when being diagnosed with a new condition like GCA. There is a lot of members with experience to connect with and learn what they have shared. You might want to look through the following discussion started by @novabill as it is more current.
--- Think I have Giant Cell Arteritis (or GCA): https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/think-i-have-gca/

Did your doctor or rheumatologist start you on a treatment?

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tillysam | @tillysam | Nov 25, 2023

I feel the most important thing is to get on Prednisone right away before complications set in.
Suggestion: hook up with Healthunlocked.com. It is an informative and supportive group. It is a wonderful adjunct to Mayo.
The best to you.

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