De Quervain's thyroiditis

De Quervain's thyroiditis, also known as subacute granulomatous thyroiditis or giant cell thyroiditis, is a member of the group of thyroiditis conditions known as resolving thyroiditis. People of all ages and genders may be affected.

Not to be confused with De Quervain tenosynovitis.
De Quervain's thyroiditis
Other namesGiant cell thyroiditis
Micrograph showing a granuloma in subacute thyroiditis. H&E stain.
SpecialtyEndocrinology 
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