De Quervain's (subacute) thyroiditis Flashcards
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De Quervain’s Pathology
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Acute inflammatory disease of thyroid
- Initial hyperthyroidism (3-6 weeks)
- Sometimes followed by transient period (3-6 months) of hypothyroidism
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De Quervain’s Aetiology
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Viral triggers
- Enteroviruses
- Coxsackie
3
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De Quervain’s Symptoms
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- Painful goitre
- Fever
- Myalgia
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De Quervain’s Investigations
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- ESR increased
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De Quervain’s Management
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- Short term steroids
- NSAIDs
