Thyroid problems in the form of subacute thyroiditis arise as a complication of an acute respiratory viral infection suffered by a person, warned Dr. Neudahina.
Endocrinologist Veronika Neudakhina said that a seasonal respiratory infection (such as a cold) can negatively affect the condition and function of the thyroid gland. A complication of such a disease can be the development of subacute thyroiditis, the doctor noted in a conversation with Lenta.ru.
“ARI can provoke a disease known as subacute thyroiditis or de Quervain's thyroiditis – inflammation of the thyroid gland,” the endocrinologist said.
Neudakhina added that many patients who begin to suffer from subacute thyroiditis showed symptoms typical of a cold – they suffered from ARI approximately two to eight weeks before the onset of problems with the thyroid gland.
How to understand that subacute thyroiditis has developed after a cold – symptoms. Pain in the neck occurs – often in the thyroid gland area. Such pain can radiate to the ear, lower jaw; it also tends to intensify during swallowing, head movements.
Why does the thyroid gland begin to suffer after ARVI. According to the doctor, this is due to the inflammatory response of the gland to viral particles.
Features of subacute thyroiditis.First, there is a period of increased function of the gland – a person experiences increased heart rate, increased sweating, anxiety, and weight loss. Then there is a stage of asymptomatic decrease in gland function or hypothyroidism. Usually, after a while, the condition of the gland normalizes.
“In rare cases, hypothyroidism becomes chronic – a person may experience lethargy, intolerance to cold, swelling or constipation,” the specialist warned.
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Important! Information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and do not self-medicate under any circumstances. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Veronica Neudakhina Health endocrinologist