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sudha2015 - 10-19-11 04:35

A 59-year-old woman presents with complaints of "feeling tired." She
also admits to frequent headaches, which occur on one side and are
throbbing. Physical examination is remarkable for a temperature of
100°F (37.8°C) and tenderness over both temples. Laboratory tests
reveal a slightly decreased hematocrit and an elevated erythrocyte
sedimentation rate. This patient should be treated aggressively to
prevent the development of
A. blindness
B. deafness
C. loss of tactile sensation
D. loss of the ability to speak
E. paralysis