A member asked:

Can severe seasonal allergies cause an enlarged thyroid, or can a malfunctioning thyroid in a type 1 diabetic cause severe seasonal allergies?

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Allergies and thyroi: Generally not but they can cause lymph swelling that may feel like enlarged thyroid. As well. A malfunctioning thyroid may cause a variety of symptoms ( depending if over or under active) that may feel like allergic symptoms. I would suggest a trial of OTC antihistamines and also an evaluation of the thyroid (blood test) as a start. Good luck

Answered 5/21/2015

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No: Seasonal allergies to trees, grasses and pollen should have no direct relationship with the thyroid gland or thyroid function.

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