Symptoms of THYROIDITIS

Thyroiditis may lead to enlargement of the thyroid gland. the thyroid gland may be tender and painful. Pain may radiate into the ears or the jaw. Fever may be present. Thyroiditis can lead to hyperthyroidism, with rapid heartbeat, nervousness, tremor and rapid weight loss. It can also lead to hypothyroidism, varcharacterized by lethargy, slow heart beat, intolerance to cold temperatures, and constipation. Dry skin and dry hair may occur. Loss of interest in sex may develop. Enlargement of the thyroid may occur. Hashimoto's thyroiditis sometimes is seen in families. It can occur in association with other autoimmune diseases that lead to patchy losses of pigmentation of the skin and anemia.