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what is 'Riedel's thyroiditis - fibrosis of thyroid gland '?

Definition for Riedel's thyroiditis

Riedel's thyroiditis is a rare entity in which fibrous tissue replaces the thyroid gland and tends to extend into the surrounding tissues. more

do i have 'Riedel's thyroiditis'?
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therapeutic procedures for 'Riedel's thyroiditis'?
Managing or treating a diseases should always be determined by a patients health care provider. Below is a list of associated therapeutic procedures or medications for Riedel's thyroiditis:
therapeutic procedure search results for 'Riedel's thyroiditis'
1 - 2 of 2 therapeutic procedures
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wedge resection of the isthmus
Wedge Resection


medications search results for 'Riedel's thyroiditis'
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  Levothyroxine
  Tamoxifen
  Prednisone



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quick facts
category
endocrine
frequency
rare (U.S.)
Usually seen in those 30 years or older.
likelihood by age
likelyhood by duration of symptoms
some common symptoms
lump(s) or swelling in neck
unable to tolerate cold
some related diagnoses
goiter
hypothyroidism
Hashimoto's thyroiditis
hyperthyroidism
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