What is another word for thyroiditis?
Pronunciation: [θˌa͡ɪɹɔ͡ɪdˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA) 
Thyroiditis is a medical condition that occurs when the thyroid gland becomes inflamed. Synonyms for thyroiditis include thyroid inflammation, thyroid gland inflammation, thyroid gland infection, thyroiditis autoimmune, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and subacute thyroiditis. This condition is usually caused by an autoimmune disorder, viral infection, or bacterial infection. Symptoms of thyroiditis include fever, fatigue, muscle aches, swollen thyroid gland, and neck pain. Treatment options for thyroiditis depend on the cause of the condition and may include medications, thyroid hormone replacement therapy, and surgery in severe cases. If left untreated, thyroiditis can lead to complications such as hypothyroidism, goiter, or thyroid cancer.
