ea0077p124 | Thyroid | SFEBES2021
Zheng Dongling
, Muralidhara Koteshwara
, Theofanoyiannis Panayiotis
Subacute thyroiditis (SAT) is a self-limited inflammatory condition of the thyroid characterised by a clinical course of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and then return to normal thyroid function. The inflammation is thought to be triggered by a viral infection and is usually treated with anti-inflammatory medications and steroids. Recurrences can uncommonly occur and could be difficult to manage. There are some promising reports of the role of Colchicine in managing recurren...