A goitre (British English), or goiter (American English), is a swelling in the neck resulting from an enlarged thyroid gland. [1][2] A goitre can be associated with a thyroid that is not functioning …

Goiter happens when your thyroid gland grows larger. It has several possible causes and may or may not be associated with abnormal thyroid hormone levels. It’s treatable. Illustration of the …

Nov 6, 2021 · A goiter (GOI-tur) 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 …

Nov 6, 2021 · Goiter treatment depends on the size of the goiter, your signs and symptoms, and the underlying cause. If your goiter is small and your thyroid function is healthy, your health …

Oct 30, 2023 · Some people with a goitre have an underactive or overactive thyroid gland. This means that they make too much or too little thyroid hormone. There are various causes of …

Apr 21, 2023 · Doctors can diagnose a goiter through a physical exam. They may also request blood tests or scans to find out the cause of the goiter. This article provides an overview of …

Nov 3, 2022 · Goitre is a problem associated with the thyroid gland that causes abnormal swelling of the same. The thyroid is a small gland located in front of the windpipe and below Adam’s …

Dec 13, 2019 · Goiter is a condition that increases the size of your thyroid gland, and may affect way its function. It’s often identifiable by swelling in your neck. Your thyroid is a gland found in …

Any increase in size of the thyroid gland is called goitre. Goitre can be due to enlargement of the whole thyroid gland, known as ‘smooth goitre’ or ‘diffuse goitre’, or part of the gland, called a …

Goitre refers to an enlarged thyroid. Common causes of goitre include autoimmune disease, thyroid nodules and iodine deficiency. This article outlines the causes, investigation and …