Several thyroid condition and parathyroid conditions may present with pain. This can lead to disturbances in gland function. It is important to note that most causes of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) are painless. However, conditions like thyroiditis (thyroid inflammation), some forms of thyroid nodules and thyroid enlargement (goiter) can be painful. Similar conditions may affect the parathyroid gland.<\/p>\n
Hyperthyroidism<\/strong><\/p>\n Hyperthyroidism is a condition where there is an excess production of thyroid hormone. It can cause swelling and pain in the frontal neck region.<\/p>\n Hypothyroidism<\/strong><\/p>\n ypothyroidism is the production of low amounts of thyroid hormone and this causes severe pain in the neck.<\/p>\n Goiter<\/strong><\/p>\n Goiter is a term referring to swelling of the thyroid gland. When the thyroid gland enlarges unprecedentedly, it causes pain on the neck, and depending on the severity of the condition, the pain may be very severe.<\/p>\n Thyroid cancer<\/strong><\/p>\n Thyroid cancer often causes a lump or swelling low down in the front of the neck. However, neck lumps are common and are usually caused by a less serious condition, such as an enlarged thyroid (goitre). Other symptoms of thyroid cancer include:<\/p>\n \u2022 swollen glands in the neck Thyroid nodules<\/strong><\/p>\n Most thyroid nodules are so small that you don’t even know you have one. If you have a big nodule, you may be able to feel it, or you may notice swelling in your neck. It’s possible that you may also: feel pain in your throat or feel like your throat is full, have a hard time swallowing and Have trouble in breathing.<\/p>\n Thyroiditis<\/strong><\/p>\n Most cases of thyroid pain can be attributed to thyroiditis \u2013 inflammation of the thyroid gland. Pain is a typical feature of inflammation and is most prominent in acute and subacute thyroiditis. It may be a temporary feature in the early stages of the disease or persist throughout the course of the disease. This includes:<\/p>\n \u2022 Acute infectious thyroiditis (mainly viral) Types of thyroid pain<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Thyroid pain may be perceived as an ache, with an evident tenderness to touch and swelling of the thyroid gland. References: Thyroid Pain Location, Causes and Symptoms<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\nA neck lump is more likely to be cancer if it feels firm, doesn’t move around easily under the skin and gets bigger over time.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 unexplained hoarseness that doesn’t get better after a few weeks
\n\u2022 a sore throat that doesn’t get better
\n\u2022 pain in your neck
\n\u2022 difficulty swallowing
\n\u2022 breathing difficulties<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Subacute granulomatous thyroiditis (de Quervain\u2019s thyroiditis)
\n\u2022 Hashimoto\u2019s thyroiditis (not always present)<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 It can physically present as a swelling of unsightly appearance, associated with hoarseness of the throat or sore throat.
\n\u2022 The pain aggravates on touching or swallowing.<\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/cancer-of-the-thyroid\/Pages\/Symptoms.aspx<\/p>\n