Takayasu arteritis
Alternative names:
pulseless disease
Treatment:
Treatment of this disease has not been rewarding. Antiinflammatory drugs, steroids, and immunosuppressants have been tried without good results.
Expectations (prognosis):
The outcome of this condition is often fatal, especially in children.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of this condition. Weak pulses, chest pain, and difficulty breathing indicate a need to be seen immediately.
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