Goiter

Goiter means a greatly enlarged Thyroid gland.

What are the Types?

  1. Simple:
i.       Endemic
ii.      Sporadic

  1. Toxic:
i.       Diffuse
ii.      Nodular


Why it occurs?

Causes are-
  • Dietary iodine lack.
  • Increased secretion of thyroid stimulating hormone.
  • The inability of glands to take up iodine.
  • Deficiency of deiodinase enzyme.
  • Goitrogenic substances in food (cabbage)

What are Goiter Signs and Symptoms?
Sometimes patients come to the doctor with symptoms. Common features are-
  • Large swelling in the neck (no specific size)
  • Swallowing difficulty
  • Breathing difficulty
  • Hoarseness
  • Feeling tightness in throat

What is the way of Prevention?
  • By taking iodized salt and seafoods.
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