Where can I get an artery ligation on my temporal artery done in New York? (Photo)

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I have inflamed arteries on both my temples and I saw a doctor and I know it is not temporal arteritis. They are unsightly and I don't want to look at them anymore. Can some one please refer me to a doctor in New York who can do this!

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Microphlebectomy of prominent veins on the face can be performed on non-essential vessels.  Our office specializes in the treatment of veins on the face in Los Angeles. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Giant cell arteritis is sometimes called temporal arteritis or cranial arteritis. Giant cell arteritis can cause headaches, jaw pain, blurred vision or double vision.The issue is not a cosmetic one and seeing a plastic surgeon is not the way to take care of this problem. Untreated or undiagnosed temporal arteritis may have serious consequences.Blindness and, less often, stroke are the most serious complications of giant cell arteritis.I recommend that you seek a rheumatologist immediately before you enlist a plastic surgeon to take care of this problem. It needs to be biopsied for proper diagnosis and proper treatment.

Kenneth Harper, MD · Answer

From you details it seems that Temporal Arteritis has been ruled out in your case.  Was this eliminate by you having a negative temporal artery biopsy?   It is very important that this is absolutely ruled out since it left untreated can lead to significant problems with your vision in the future.I agree with the previous comment that it is unlikely that a surgeon will remove a normal temporal artery....see a vascular surgeon for a consult.

John Landi, MD · Answer

I doubt that a surgeon would electively ligate a normal artery.  You should see a vascular surgeon for an evaluation.

Where can I get an artery ligation on my temporal artery done in New York? (Photo)

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Answer: Doubt that someone would ligate a normal artery.

Answer: Doubt that someone would ligate a normal artery.

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Where can I get an artery ligation on my temporal artery done in New York? (Photo)

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Answer: Doubt that someone would ligate a normal artery.

Answer: Doubt that someone would ligate a normal artery.

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