Goiter Thyroid Endocrine Disorders

Goiter Thyroid Endocrine Disorders

A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that is not associated with cancer. A simple goiter, which usually occurs when the thyroid gland is not able to produce enough thyroid hormone, may be classified as either an endemic (colloid) goiter or a sporadic (nontoxic) goiter.

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Thyroid Goiter - Describes the causes of thyroid enlargement. Contains photos and illustrations. By EndocrineWeb.
Goiter - Patient handout discusses the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment. [PDF]
Pendred Syndrome - An inherited autosomal recessive condition which consists of deafness from the time of birth and enlargement of the thyroid gland. From MedicineNet.

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