Thyroiditis - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors- My Mediland

About- Thyroiditis is the inflammation of the thyroid gland (the butterfly-shaped gland in the neck.) which may cause over and under-production of thyroid hormones that control metabolism.

There are several types of Thyroiditis
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
Silent or painless thyroiditis
Post-partum thyroiditis
Radiation-induced thyroiditis
Subacute or de Quervain’s thyroiditis
Acute or infectious thyroiditis
Drug-induced thyroiditis

Symptoms
The symptoms of Thyroiditis depend on the type and phase

Hyperthyroid phase:
Anxiety disorder and nervousness
Essential Tremors
Excessive sweating
Fatigue
Heat intolerance
Increased appetite
Insomnia
Irritability
Palpitations
Unexplained weight loss

Hypothyroid phase

Concentration problem

Constipation

Depression

Dry skin

Fatigue

Poor exercise tolerance

Unexplained weight gain

Causes
The exact reason is not known. Possible reasons are

Antibodies that attack the thyroid gland

Certain drugs such as interferon and amiodarone

Radiation therapy

Viral or bacterial infection

Type 1 diabetes

Rheumatoid arthritis

Family history

Specialists to visit
Endocrinologist
Nuclear Medicine Doctor

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References
https://www.endocrineweb.com
https://www.thyroid.org
https://my.clevelandclinic.org
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.nhs.uk
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.webmd.com