Subacute Thyroiditis Learning Center
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Subacute thyroiditis involves inflammation of the thyroid gland that usually follows an upper respiratory infection and then subsides. |
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Symptoms
pain in the front of the neck; tenderness when gentle pressure is applied to the thyroid gland (palpation; fever; wea...
Causes
Subacute thyroiditis is an uncommon condition thought to be caused by viral infection of the thyroid gland. The condi...
Tests
Laboratory tests in the early phase of disease may reveal: High serum thyroglobulin level; Low radioactive iodine upt...
Treatments
The purpose of treatment is to reduce pain and inflammation and to treat any hyperthyroidism, if present. Anti-inflam...
Prevention
MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) immunization (vaccine) or flu vaccine may be helpful to prevent these causes. Other cau...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms of this disorder occur. Also call if you have thyroiditis and symptoms do ...
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