Subacute Thyroiditis Following Influenza Vaccine (Vaxigrip®) in A Young Female

Jeng‐Yueh Hsiao, Shih‐Chieh Hsin, Ming‐Chia Hsieh, Pi‐Jung Hsia, Shyi‐Jang Shin

The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences · 2006 · 49 citations · 14 references

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Subacute thyroiditis (SAT), also called de Quervain thyroiditis or granulomatous thyroiditis, is a self-limiting, possibly viral, and inflammatory thyroid disorder that is usually associated with thyroid pain and systemic symptoms. This report details a case of SAT possibly associated with influenza vaccine (Vaxigrip) in a young female. The diagnosis, therapeutic management and outcome are discussed.

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