2016
DOI: 10.4172/2167-7948.1000207
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Subacute Thyroiditis Causing Thyrotoxic Crisis: A Case Report with Literature Review

Abstract: Introduction: Subacute thyroiditis is a self-limited, inflammatory viral thyroid disease which presents with neck pain usually accompanied by systemic symptoms. On the other hand, thyroid storm is a clinical condition of severe sudden hyperthyroidism accompanied by physiologic de-compensation. Case report:We presented a 29-year-old male with features of subacute thyroiditis and thyroid storm who is the third reported case managed by steroid, beta-blocker and analgesics. Conclusion:Subacute thyroiditis may pres… Show more

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