Silent thyroiditis
Definition
Silent thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid gland that involves alternating hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism followed by recovery.
Alternative Names
Lymphocytic thyroiditis; Subacute lymphocytic thyroiditis; Painless thyroiditis
Causes
The cause of this type of thyroiditis is unknown. The disease affects women more often than men and usually develops in people between age 13 and 80.
References
AACE Thyroid Task Force. American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Medical Guidelines for Clinical Practice for the Evaluation and Treatment of Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism. Endocr Pract. 2002;8(6) 459.
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