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Cause?? unknown...
If I were you I would CERTAINLY get antibody testing very soon.
TPOab and Tgab readings.
The reason you want to get those tests is to see if you have autoimmune issues going on that could be the reason for the swelling. Hashimoto thyroiditis can linger for years with subtle tightness and flare up - especially when a virus or illness is attacking your immune system.
A full panel of labs should be done to see where all the thyroid levels are at.
TSH
Free T3
Free T4
TPOab = antibodies
Tgab = complete antibodies