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  1. × 12/31/2020 Thyroiditis - Causes, Types, Symptoms and Diagnosis type and press ‘enter’  (https://eremedium.in/) Thyroiditis – Causes, Types, Symptoms and Diagnosis 0 comments (https://eremedium.in/thyroiditis-causes-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis/#comments) (https://eremedium.in/category/health/)  Health   April 15, 2020 Thyroiditis Thyroiditis is the swelling or in?ammation of the thyroid gland and can lead to abnormal thyroid hormone production.  The thyroid is a small, butter?y-shaped gland at the base of the front of the neck and produces triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) hormones. These hormones affect all aspects of metabolism and also in?uence the control of vital functions, such as body temperature and heart rate. The thyroid gland also needs adequate amounts of dietary iodine to be able to produce T4 and T3. There are different phases in Thyroiditis as: https://eremedium.in/thyroiditis-causes-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis/ 1/11

  2. 12/31/2020 Thyroiditis - Causes, Types, Symptoms and Diagnosis Thyrotoxic phase: During this phase, the thyroid is in?amed and releases too many hormones. Hypothyroid phase: Following the thyrotoxic phase, the thyroid will not have enough thyroid hormones to release. This leads to a lack of thyroid hormones or hypothyroidism. Euthyroid phase: This phase may occur temporarily after the thyrotoxic phase before going to the hypothyroid phase, or it may occur once the thyroid gland has recovered from the in?ammation. What are the causes of Thyroiditis? Thyroiditis is caused by an attack on the thyroid, causing in?ammation and damage to the thyroid cells. Antibodies that attack the thyroid cause most types of thyroiditis.  Thyroiditis can also be caused by an infection such as a virus or bacteria, drugs such as interferon and amiodarone, radiation. Let us go over types of Thyroiditis and its symptoms in an easy to understand format https://eremedium.in/thyroiditis-causes-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis/ 2/11

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  4. 12/31/2020 Thyroiditis - Causes, Types, Symptoms and Diagnosis What are the types of Thyroiditis? Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis): The most common cause of hypothyroidism. The disease occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks and slowly destroys the thyroid gland and its ability to produce hormones. The symptoms of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis are similar to hypothyroidism such as fatigue, weight gain, constipation, and dry skin. Silent (Painless) thyroiditis: An autoimmune condition caused by anti-thyroid antibodies. It is also common in women and the next common cause after Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. De Quervain’s (Subacute) Thyroiditis: A temporary in?ammatory disorder of the thyroid gland resulting in periods of increased thyroid hormone release due to the in?ammation. It usually starts out as a harmless viral illness such as the ?u which invades the thyroid gland causing thyroiditis. The in?ammation may be quite severe and painful, producing local neck discomfort, neck tenderness, dif?culty with swallowing, fatigue, fever, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Postpartum thyroiditis: An in?ammation of the thyroid after giving birth, affecting around 4-10% of women.  It can lead to symptoms of hyperthyroidism after 1 to 3 months of delivery and symptoms of hypothyroidism begin about 4 to 8 months after delivery.  Acute thyroiditis: A relatively rare condition caused by an infectious organism or bacterium. It can lead to symptoms such as pain in the throat, mild illness, swelling of the thyroid gland, and in some cases, symptoms of Hypothyroid or Hyperthyroid. Drug-induced thyroiditis: A condition caused by the use of drugs such as amiodarone, interferons, lithium, and cytokines. The drugs can damage the thyroid and cause symptoms of Hypothyroid or Hyperthyroid. https://eremedium.in/thyroiditis-causes-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis/ 4/11

  5. 12/31/2020 Radiation-induced thyroiditis: A condition caused by external radiation used as a medical treatment for certain cancers or radioactive iodine treatment given for an overactive thyroid gland. It can lead to symptoms (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/overactive-thyroid-hyperthyroidism/symptoms/) of Hypothyroid or Hyperthyroid. Thyroiditis - Causes, Types, Symptoms and Diagnosis What are the symptoms of Thyroiditis? The symptoms of Thyroiditis depends on the type and phase of Thyroiditis. During the Hyperthyroid phase, common symptoms are: Anxiety Insomnia Rapid heart rate Weight loss Fatigue Heat intolerance Tremors Irritability During the Hypothyroid phase, common symptoms are: Fatigue Weight gain Constipation Depression Dry skin Lack of focus Poor exercise tolerance How is Thyroiditis diagnosed? Early diagnosis and treatment of thyroiditis is crucial. Doctors may order one or more blood tests to check thyroid function.  TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) This test measures the amount of TSH (Thyroid-stimulating hormone) in the blood. TSH stimulates the thyroid and is produced by the anterior pituitary gland. This test is used to diagnose hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, screen newborns for hypothyroidism, and monitor treatment for thyroid disorders. T4, Free https://eremedium.in/thyroiditis-causes-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis/ 5/11

  6. 12/31/2020 Thyroiditis - Causes, Types, Symptoms and Diagnosis This test helps to evaluate thyroid gland function and diagnose thyroid disease including hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Free T4 is also used to help diagnose congenital hypothyroidism in newborns.  Almost all of the T4 found in the blood is bound to protein. The rest is free (unbound) and is the biologically active form of the hormone. This test measures the amount of free T4 in the blood. T3 Free and Total It Helps to evaluate thyroid gland function and diagnose thyroid diseases including hyperthyroidism. It also helps to monitor the effectiveness of treatment of a thyroid disorder.  Almost all of the T3 found in the blood is bound to protein. The rest is free (unbound) and is the biologically active form of the hormone. This test measures the amount of free T3 and total T3 (bound plus unbound) in the blood. Thyroid Antibodies This test measures the level of thyroid antibodies in the blood and helps to diagnose and monitor autoimmune thyroid diseases and to distinguish these from other forms of thyroid disease. Antibodies are proteins made by the immune system to ?ght foreign substances like viruses and bacteria.  Non-Laboratory Tests Thyroid scans A specialised imaging procedure to diagnose thyroid gland abnormalities and to evaluate thyroid function in different areas of the thyroid. Ultrasound  An imaging scan that is used to examine the thyroid for abnormalities, including cysts, nodules, or tumors. Disclaimer: Eremedium blogs (https://eremedium.in/blogs) are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice or as a substitute for consulting a physician. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment from a healthcare professional.   https://eremedium.in/thyroiditis-causes-types-symptoms-and-diagnosis/ 6/11

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