Subacute thyroiditis (De Quervain's thyroiditis, Subacute nonsuppurative thyroiditis, Giant cell thyroiditis, Subacute granulomatous thyroiditis)

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Subacute thyroiditis

Alternate Names : De Quervain's thyroiditis, Subacute nonsuppurative thyroiditis, Giant cell thyroiditis, Subacute granulomatous thyroiditis

Definition

Subacute thyroiditis involves swelling (inflammation) of the thyroid gland that usually follows an upper respiratory infection.

Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors

Subacute thyroiditis is a rare condition. It is thought to be caused by a viral infection. The condition often occurs after a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, such as mumps and influenza.

Subacute thyroiditis occurs most often in middle-aged women with recent symptoms of a viral respiratory tract infection.

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Review Date : 6/17/2008
Reviewed By : Elizabeth H. Holt, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Section of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Yale University. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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