Thyroiditis
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inflamm of thyroid; GEN or unspecified: prefer specifics |
Thyroiditis Categories.
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Thyroiditis, Autoimmune - Progressive enlargement of the thyroid gland, often associated with hypothyroidism. |
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Thyroiditis, Subacute - Spontaneously remitting inflammatory condition of the thyroid gland characterized by fever, weakness, sore throat, and painful enlargement of the thyroid gland. |
Thyroiditis Definitions and Terms
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