Goiter Learning Center

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A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. It is not cancer.

Basic Info

Symptoms
The main symptom is a swollen thyroid gland. The size may range from a single small nodule to large neck lump. The swol...
Causes
There are different kinds of goiters. A simple goiter usually occurs when the thyroid gland is not able to produce enou...
Tests
The doctor will feel your neck as you swallow. The doctor may be able to feel swelling in the area. Tests that may be d...
Treatments
A goiter only needs to be treated if it is causing symptoms. Treatments for an enlarged thyroid include: Radioactive io...
Drugs
  • iodine
  • levothyroxine
  • sodium iodide
Supplements
  • bladderwrack
  • iodine
  • potassium iodide
Risk Factors
  • Compression of esophagus
  • Compression of trachea
  • Family History of Goiter
Complications
Hypothyroidism; Hyperthyroidism; Thyroid cancer; Toxic nodular goiter.
Prevention
The use of iodized table salt prevents endemic colloid goiter.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you experience any swelling in the front of your neck or any other symptoms of goiter...

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