Subacute De Quervain Thyroiditis Flashcards
1
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Affects which population of patients (1)
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Under <50 Years
2
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What triggers subacute de quervain thyroiditis? (3)
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Viral Triggers eg Enterovirus, Coxsackie
3
Q
Symptoms/Signs of Subacute De Quervain Thyroiditis (3)
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Painful Goitre
Fever
Myalgia
4
Q
Diagnosis of Subacute De Quervain Thyroiditis? (1)
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Increased ESR
5
Q
Treatment of Subacute De Quervain Thyroiditis? (2)
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Short Term Steroids
NSAIDS
6
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Management of Subacute De Quervain Thyroiditis? (4)
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RAI
ATD
Beta Blockers
Surgery