1st August 2023

An 80-year-old lady was recently investigated for an acute temporal headache.

An 80-year-old lady was recently investigated for an acute temporal headache. A temporal artery biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of Giant Cell Arteritis. She was started on high dose prednisolone which she will have to take for two years.

What other treatment should she be offered for bone protection?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.