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Goiter
A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. It is not cancer.
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Symptoms
The main symptom is a swollen thyroid gland. The size may range from a single small nodule to large neck lump. The swol...
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Causes
There are different kinds of goiters. A simple goiter usually occurs when the thyroid gland is not able to produce enou...
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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...
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Treatments
A goiter only needs to be treated if it is causing symptoms. Treatments for an enlarged thyroid include: Radioactive io...
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Drugs
iodine
levothyroxine
sodium iodide
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Supplements
bladderwrack
iodine
potassium iodide
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Risk Factors
Compression of esophagus
Compression of trachea
Family History of Goiter
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Complications
Hypothyroidism; Hyperthyroidism; Thyroid cancer; Toxic nodular goiter.
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Prevention
The use of iodized table salt prevents endemic colloid goiter.
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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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