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(E06.0) Acute thyroiditis
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500 160 in individuals diagnosis acute thyroiditis confirmed
3 787 deaths with diagnosis acute thyroiditis
1% mortality rate associated with the disease acute thyroiditis
Diagnosis acute thyroiditis is diagnosed Women are 55.89% more likely than Men
110 316
Men receive the diagnosis acute thyroiditis
2 681 (2.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute thyroiditis
1 106 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute thyroiditis - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 50-54
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features acute thyroiditis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute thyroiditis - what does this mean
Acute thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland caused by viral or bacterial infection. it is often accompanied by a fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck. it can also cause pain and discomfort in the neck and throat, and can lead to thyroid dysfunction if left untreated.
What happens during the disease - acute thyroiditis
Acute thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland caused by an infection, usually bacterial or viral. it is thought to occur when bacteria or viruses enter the thyroid gland through the bloodstream, or when the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland. symptoms typically include swelling, tenderness, and pain in the neck, as well as fever, fatigue, and difficulty swallowing. treatment for acute thyroiditis may include antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, and thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to measure thyroid hormone levels
- Ultrasound of the thyroid gland
- Thyroid scan
- Fine needle aspiration biopsy
- Antibody tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce inflammation and pain, restore normal thyroid function.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications
- Prescribe antibiotics for bacterial infections
- Prescribe corticosteroids
- Prescribe thyroid hormone replacement therapy
- Provide dietary and lifestyle advice
- Perform thyroid ultrasound
- Perform fine-needle aspiration biopsy
- Perform thyroid hormone tests
- Monitor thyroid hormone levels
- Provide emotional support
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute thyroiditis - Prevention
Acute thyroiditis can be prevented by avoiding contact with individuals who are infected, getting vaccinated against influenza and other diseases that can cause thyroiditis, eating a healthy diet that is rich in vitamins and minerals, avoiding exposure to environmental pollutants, and getting regular check-ups with your doctor.