Switching of Hashimoto Thyroiditis Into Graves’ Disease: A Case Report and Literature Review
June 2021
in “
Disease and Diagnosis
”
TLDR Hashimoto thyroiditis can unexpectedly change into Graves’ disease, so early diagnosis and treatment are important.
This case report described a rare instance of a 20-year-old female patient whose Hashimoto thyroiditis (HT) transitioned into Graves’ disease (GD). Initially presenting with symptoms of HT, including fatigue, weight gain, and hair loss, she was treated with levothyroxine. However, two months later, she developed symptoms of hyperthyroidism, and further tests confirmed GD. The patient achieved full remission five weeks after treatment. The report highlighted that although the switch from HT to GD was uncommon, it could occur at any time, and early diagnosis and treatment were crucial for improving patient care.
