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Hi, my mother is suffering from pain in the thyroid gland along with fever. She gets relief when she takes Deflazacort, but the symptoms return once she stops the medicine. What could be the cause of this?
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Hi, my mother is suffering from pain in the thyroid gland along with fever. She gets relief when she takes Deflazacort, but the symptoms return once she stops the medicine. What could be the cause of this?
Asked by Female, 51 · 1 month ago
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Possible Diagnosis
Subacute thyroiditis is a likely cause, characterized by thyroid pain and fever.
Role of Deflazacort
Deflazacort, a steroid, reduces inflammation, providing symptom relief.
Symptom Recurrence
Symptoms return after stopping steroids due to unresolved inflammation.
Recommended Next Steps
Seek medical evaluation for thyroid function tests and inflammatory markers.
When to Seek Urgent Care
Immediate attention is needed if severe pain, difficulty breathing, or high fever occurs.
Answered 1 month ago
