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==Possible Complications==
==Possible Complications==
Common complications of Riedel's thyroiditis include:
Common complications of Riedel's thyroiditis include:
Hoarseness
*Hoarseness
Stridor
*Stridor
Dysphagia
*Dysphagia
Hypothyroidism
*Hypothyroidism
Hypoparathyroidism
*Hypoparathyroidism
Horner's syndrome
*Horner's syndrome
Occlusive phlebitis
*Occlusive phlebitis
Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis
*Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis


==Sources==
==Sources==

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Riedel's thyroiditis

Overview

What are the symptoms?

What are the causes?

Who is at highest risk?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Riedel's thyroiditis?

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Furqan M M. M.B.B.S[2]

Overview

What are the Symptoms of (Disease name)?

Riedel's thyroiditis can cause:

What Causes (disease name)?

Riedel's thyroiditis is thought to be due to the autoimmunity and infiltration of lymphocytes in the thyroid gland.

Who is at Highest Risk?

Family history and the presence of other autoimmune diseases confer highest risks in the development of Riedel's thyroiditis.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is usually made by biopsy and histopathological analysis. Other important factors in the diagnosis are:

  • History and physical examination
  • Thyroid function tests
  • ESR
  • Imaging studies such as CT and MRI
  • Iodine-123 uptake

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care?

Treatment Options

Pharmacologic medical therapies for Riedel's thyroiditis include corticosteroids, tamoxifen, and mycophenolate mofetil. Thyroid debulking surgery is performed in Riedel's thyroiditis in patients with compressive symptoms.

Where to find Medical Care for (Disease name)?

Medical care for (disease name) can be found here.

Prevention

There are no preventive methods for Riedel's thyroiditis.

What to Expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Prognosis of Riedel's thyroiditis is generally very good.

Possible Complications

Common complications of Riedel's thyroiditis include:

  • Hoarseness
  • Stridor
  • Dysphagia
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Hypoparathyroidism
  • Horner's syndrome
  • Occlusive phlebitis
  • Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis

Sources

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000434.htm


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