title: Subacute thyroiditis following influenza vaccine (Vaxigrip) in a young female.
abstract: Subacute thyroiditis (SAT), also called de Quervain thyroiditis or granulomatous thyroiditis, is a self-limiting, possibly viral, and inflammatory thyroid disorder that is usually associated with thyroid pain and systemic symptoms. This report details a case of SAT possibly associated with influenza vaccine (Vaxigrip) in a young female. The diagnosis, therapeutic management and outcome are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
authors.forename: Jeng-Yueh
authors.initials: JY
authors.lastname: Hsiao
authors.forename: Shih-Chieh
authors.initials: SC
authors.lastname: Hsin
authors.forename: Ming-Chia
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Hsieh
authors.forename: Pi-Jung
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Hsia
authors.forename: Shyi-Jang
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Shin
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007252:Influenza Vaccines / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013968:Thyroiditis, Subacute / Q000209:etiology*; D014611:Vaccination / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D007252:Influenza Vaccines