The symptoms of subacute thyroiditis depend on the etiology. In subacute granulomatous thyroiditis, there may be a history of a viral infection preceding onset of symptoms. The presenting symptom is usually anterior neck pain that may be unilateral or bilateral with radiation to jaw or ears.
The manifestations of subacute thyroiditis can differ according to its etiology. In subacute granulomatous thyroiditis, a prior viral infection might precede the appearance of symptoms. The primary symptom usually involves anterior neck pain that may be unilateral or bilateral and could radiate to the jaw or ears.