Patient's question:
I have been experiencing dizziness recently, and I can't eat properly either. My mental state isn't great either. The hospital examination said it's a blood-related issue. I'm wondering what the risks of taking medication during pregnancy are for giant cell arteritis.Doctor's answer:
Proper medication during pregnancy poses no harm to giant cell arteritis, but it must be used appropriately. It is not said that medication should be avoided during pregnancy; rather, a comprehensive evaluation of the pros and cons is necessary. If the giant cell arteritis is severe, medication should be taken first to control it. As for how the medication will affect the fetus, the dosage needs to be adjusted accordingly. In addition to the results of prenatal examinations to make predictions, the possibility of terminating an early pregnancy may also be considered if necessary.