Patient's question:
Mom has been having a cold recently. She says her throat is extremely painful, to the point where she can't swallow anything. She always thought it was just a cold and has been taking cold medicine. Today, the doctor said it's thyroiditis. We were shocked—subacute thyroiditis. How is it treated?Doctor's answer:
Subacute thyroiditis is a curable disease that is often seen after upper respiratory infections or other viral infections. It can manifest as neck pain, fever, and body aches, with neck pain potentially radiating to the back. If the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antibiotics can be taken. If the temperature does not decrease, oral heat-clearing and detoxifying drugs can be used. Rest and avoid fatigue during the day. The course of the disease typically lasts 2 to 3 months and can return to normal.