Goiter

Goiter – is a health condition characterized by the enlargement of the thyroid gland. It has several causes, most commonly autoimmune disease and iodine deficiency.

SIGN & SYMTOMS OF GOITER

  • Visible swelling or enlargement at the base of neck
  • A tight or suffocating feeling in throat
  • Difficulty while swallowing
  • Coughing
  • Hoarseness
  • Difficulty in breathing (in severe cases)

THYROID TEST

  • (TSH) Thyroid Stimulating Hormones
  • (FT3) Free Triiodothyronine
  • (FT4) Free Thyroxine

 

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