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- The main symptoms of goiter include: 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.
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What are the main types of thyroid nodules and swellings? The most common types are as follows: Single thyroid nodule (solitary nodule) Solitary nodules are most commonly benign and very often can be left untreated. If a cancer cannot be excluded by investigations, surgery is usually recommended.
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Most thyroid nodules don't cause signs or symptoms. But occasionally some nodules become so large that they can:
•Be felt
•Be seen, often as a swelling at the base of your neck
•Press on your windpipe or esophagus, causing shortness of breath or difficulty swallowing
In some cases, thyroid nodules produce additional thyroxine, a hormone secreted by your thyroid gland. The extra thyroxine can cause symptoms of an overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism), such as:
•Unexplained weight loss
Although most thyroid nodules are noncancerous and don't cause problems, ask your doctor to evaluate any unusual swelling in your neck, especially if you have trouble breathing or swallowing. It's important to evaluate the possibility of cancer.
Seek medical care if you develop signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as:
•Sudden weight loss even though your appetite is normal or has increased
•A pounding heart
•Trouble sleeping
•Muscle weakness
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Several conditions can cause nodules to develop in your thyroid gland, including:
•Overgrowth of normal thyroid tissue. An overgrowth of normal thyroid tissue is sometimes referred to as a thyroid adenoma. It's unclear why this occurs, but it's not cancerous and isn't considered serious unless it causes bothersome symptoms from its size.
Some thyroid adenomas lead to hyperthyroidism.
•Thyroid cyst. Fluid-filled cavities (cysts) in the thyroid most commonly result from degenerating thyroid adenomas. Often, solid components are mixed with fluid in thyroid cysts. Cysts are usually noncancerous, but they occasionally contain cancerous solid components.
•Chronic inflammation of the thyroid. Hashimoto's disease, a thyroid disorder, can cause thyroid inflammation and result in enlarged nodules. This often is associated with hypothyroidism.
•Multinodular goiter. The term goiter is used to describe any enlargement of the thyroid gland, which can be caused by iodine deficiency or a thyroid disorder. A multinodular goiter contains multiple distinct nodules within the goiter, but its cause is less clear.
Complications associated with some thyroid nodules include:
•Problems swallowing or breathing. Large nodules or a multinodular goiter can interfere with swallowing or breathing.
•Hyperthyroidism. Problems can occur when a nodule or goiter produces thyroid hormone, leading to an excess amount of the hormone in the body. Hyperthyroidism can result in weight loss, muscle weakness, heat intolerance, and anxiousness or irritability.
Potential complications of hyperthyroidism include an irregular heartbeat, weak bones and thyrotoxic crisis, a rare but potentially life-threatening intensification of signs and symptoms that requires immediate medical care.
•Problems related to thyroid nodule surgery. If your doctor recommends surgery to remove a nodule, you may need to take thyroid hormone replacement therapy for the rest of your life.
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A goitre is a lump or swelling at the front of the neck caused by a swollen thyroid. The thyroid is a small gland in your neck that makes hormones. Goitres are not usually serious but should be checked by a GP.
Jun 7, 2022 · Diseases & Conditions / Thyroiditis represents a group of conditions that cause inflammation of your thyroid gland. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the most common type. Some cases of thyroiditis are temporary and others cause permanent hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). It’s treatable.
Aug 11, 2024 · Differential diagnosis. Diagnosing thyroid lumps (Investigations) Management of thyroid lumps. What are thyroid lumps? Most thyroid lumps are benign but around 5% are malignant and it is important to distinguish this sinister minority. 1. The term goitre refers to enlargement of the thyroid gland.
Feb 11, 2022 · Symptoms & causes. Diagnosis & treatment. Doctors & departments. On this page. Diagnosis. Treatment. Preparing for your appointment. Diagnosis. In assessing a lump or nodule in your neck, one of your doctor's main goals is to rule out the possibility of cancer. But your doctor will also want to know if your thyroid is functioning properly.
