Riedel's thyroiditis history and symptoms

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

Overview

The hallmark of Riedel's thyroiditis is hard and fixed thyroid mass. A positive history of other autoimmune diseases and the use of certain medications is suggestive of Riedel's thyroiditis. The most common symptoms of Riedel's thyroiditis include hard and fixed neck mass, painless goiter, dysphagia, dyspnea, and hoarseness. Less common symptoms of Riedel's thyroiditis include muscular cramps, paresthesias, fatigue, and dry skin.

History and Symptoms

• The hallmark of Riedel's thyroiditis is hard and fixed thyroid mass. A positive history of other autoimmune diseases and the use of certain medications is suggestive of Riedel's thyroiditis. The most common symptoms of Riedel's thyroiditis are related to compression of the adjacent structures such as the trachea and esophagus.

History

Patients with [disease name]] may have a positive history of:

• Other autoimmune diseases
• Family history
• Use of medication

Common Symptoms

Common symptoms of Riedel's thyroiditis include:

• Hard and fixed neck mass
• Painless goiter
• Dysphagia
• Dyspnea
• Hoarseness

Less Common Symptoms

Less common symptoms of Riedel's thyroiditis include:

• Muscular cramps
• Paresthesias
• Fatigue
• Dry skin