What is Goiter?
A goiter is the irregular growth of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck just below the Adam's apple. A goiter may be grow to be an enlarged thyroid gland or one or more lumps (nodules) in the thyroid
What are the Symptoms of Goiter?
Main Symptoms of Goiter
A lump in the front of your neck, just below your Adam's apple.
A feeling of tightness in your throat area.
Hoarseness (scratchy voice).
Neck vein swelling.
Dizziness when you raise your arms above your head.
Symptoms of Goiter with Underactive Thyroid
Fatigue
Increased sensitivity to cold
Increased sleepiness
Dry skin
Constipation
Muscle weakness
Problems with memory or concentration
Symptoms of Goiter with Overactive Thyroid
Weight loss
Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia)
Increased sensitivity to heat
Excess sweating
Tremors
Irritability and nervousness
Muscle weakness
Frequent bowel movements
Changes in menstrual patterns
Sleep difficulty
High blood pressure
Increased appetite
Symptoms of Obstructive Goiter
The size or position of a goiter may obstruct the airway and voice box. Signs and symptoms may include:
Difficulty swallowing
Difficulty breathing with exertion
Cough
Hoarseness
Snoring
What are the Causes of Goiter?
While the most common cause of goiter worldwide is iodine deficiency, many conditions can cause it.
Iodine deficiency: If you don’t get enough iodine in your diet, your thyroid makes more cells (and grows) to try to make more thyroid hormone
Graves' disease: An autoimmune disease in which your immune system attacks your thyroid, causing it to grow larger
Hashimoto's disease: An autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of your thyroid gland
Thyroid cancer: Cancer of the thyroid gland often enlarges your thyroid
Pregnancy: Hormonal changes during pregnancy can stimulate the thyroid to grow.
Thyroiditis: Inflammation of the thyroid gland can cause your thyroid gland to grow
What is the Treatment for Goiter?
A simple goiter may happen for only a short time and may go away on its own without treatment. If you have an enlarged thyroid gland, it’s still important to see your healthcare provider since goiters have multiple possible causes — some of which require treatment.
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