Hi Arnie, I didn't reply to your post becaus I was not familiar with the specific question about an "inflamed" thyroid. Yes radiation can commonly cause thyroid problems, but I have not heard of Inflammation (of course that dosn't mean you should be concerned just because I havn't heard) I do however have radiation induced hypothyroidism which I have become somewhat knowledgeable. If you have questions about that or what the symptoms are etc. let me know.

Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.