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What Can Be Done To Cure The Swelling Of The Thyroid Glands?
Question: What can be done to de-swell the thyroid glands? Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Anti inflammatory Meds and thyroid replacement in certain cases
Detailed Answer:
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Based on the cause , thyroiditis can be treated with NSAIDS like aspirin especially in subacute thyroiditis which is common in middle age women after a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. In case of hypothyroidism with thyroiditis, thyroid hormone replacement and steroids for short term may also be needed to cool down the thyroid. Full recovery is expected within several weeks to months.
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Wishing you best of health
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Anti inflammatory Meds and thyroid replacement in certain cases
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome
I appreciate your concern
Based on the cause , thyroiditis can be treated with NSAIDS like aspirin especially in subacute thyroiditis which is common in middle age women after a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. In case of hypothyroidism with thyroiditis, thyroid hormone replacement and steroids for short term may also be needed to cool down the thyroid. Full recovery is expected within several weeks to months.
Let me know if you are have any queries
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
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