Publications by authors named "Florie A Gonsch"
J Clin Endocrinol Metab
August 2002
Article Synopsis
- A 42-year-old woman presented with hyperthyroidism and a large goiter, later developing hypothyroidism and severe neck pain. Biopsy indicated chronic thyroiditis and fibrosis, leading to treatments that included glucocorticoids and tamoxifen, resulting in some improvement.
- She later experienced severe paresthesia, a seizure, and compressive symptoms due to a massively enlarged thyroid that required emergency surgery (isthmusectomy), ultimately diagnosed as Riedel's thyroiditis.
- After treatment, her goiter reduced significantly and most symptoms improved; however, she still has persistent hypothyroidism and hypoparathyroidism, managing her condition with medication. This case highlights the complex nature of
