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Subacute thyroiditis

Alternative Names: deQuervain's thyroiditis; Granulomatous giant cell thyroiditis Treatment: The purpose of treatment is to reduce pain and inflammation and to treat any hyperthyroidism, if present. Anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen are used to control pain in mild cases of subacute thyroiditis. Text Continues Below More serious cases may require temporary treatment with steroids (for example, prednisone) to control inflammation. Symptoms of hyperthyroidism are treated with a class of medications called beta-blockers (for example, propranolol, atenolol). Expectations (prognosis): Spontaneous improvement is the rule, but the illness may persist for months. Long-term or severe complications do not usually occur. Complications: relapse of subacute thyroiditis Calling your health care provider: Call your health care provider if symptoms of this disorder occur. Also call if you have thyroiditis and symptoms do not improve with treatment.

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