Video - Subacute granulomatous thyroiditis

Subacute granulomatous thyroiditis is a self-limited inflammatory condition of the thyroid gland that commonly occurs after an upper respiratory tract infection. It presents as a transient, painful enlargement of the thyroid gland, which can sometimes press on the esophagus, causing dysphagia. There can also be hyperthyroidism signs, like feeling hot and sweating excessively, diarrhea, and rapidly losing weight even without any change in diet or exercise. In rare cases, there may be progression to a hypothyroid state, with symptoms of a decreased metabolic rate like feeling cold and weak, developing dry and rough skin, having constipation, and rapidly gaining weight without any change in diet or exercise. Subacute granulomatous thyroiditis generally resolves on its own, and treatment is supportive care with pain medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.