Goiter

Categories: Health | Diseases
    • Also known as a bronchocele or a groitre
    • The size may range from a single small nodule to large neck lump
    • More common in women and older adults
    • Became rare in the US after iodized salt was introduced
  • A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. Goiters were more common in the past, resulting from iodine deficiencies. After iodized salt was developed iodine deficient goiters became rare. It is more common that the thyroid would not to produce enough hormones and the pituitary would stimulate it to grow larger causing the development of a goiter. They may result from a number of different reasons.EndocrineWeb.com: Thyroid Goiter

    Goiters are more common in women and older individuals. Goiters are not painful but may cause difficulty breathing or swallowing.

  • Symptoms

    Common symptoms include enlargement of the thyroid, coughing and difficulty breathing and swallowing.EndocrineWeb.com: Thyroid Goiter
  • Disclaimer

    The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have a goiter, please consult your doctor.

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