61. Goiter, Hyperthyroidism, Graves' Disease goiter. . goiter enlargement of the thyroid gland, causing a swellingin the front part of the neck. Hyperthyroidism excessive http://www.med-help.net/Goiter.html

Goiter Goiter: enlargement of the thyroid gland, causing a swelling in the front part of the neck. Hyperthyroidism: excessive thyroid gland activity, marked by increased metabolic rate, goiter, and disturbances in the autonomic nervous system and in creatine metabolism; sometimes used to refer to Graves' disease. This metabolic imbalance results from Excessive thyroid Hormone. The most common form of hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease, which increases T 4 production, enlarges the thyroid gland (goiter), and causes multisystemic changes. An acute exacerbation of hyperthyroidism is called thyrotoxicosis, and is a medical emergency that may lead to cardiac failure. Cause: Believe to be an autoimmune disease. Antibodies to thyroglobulin or to thyroid microsomes occur in most patients with this disorder. Symptoms: Enlarged thyroid Nervousness Heat intolerance Weight loss (despite increased appetite) Sweating Diarrhea Tremor Palpitation Exophthalmos (abnormal protrusion of the eye) Thyrotoxicosis symptoms: may include - irritability, hypertension, tachycardia, vomiting, temperature up to 106 degrees F., delirium, and coma

62. Goiter goiter. Sometimes a slight swelling is enough to correct the problem, but ifthe goiter interferes with breathing, it must be treated or removed. http://www.lebanonhealth.com/condi/329.htm

Goiter Goiters can be any one of several types of growths in the thyroid gland, located at the base of the neck. In the case of Graves' disease , the entire thyroid gland becomes enlarged. Another type, called nodular goiter , results when one or more nodules, or adenomas, develop in the thyroid and trigger excess production of thyroid hormone. A goiter may be a temporary problem that will remedy itself over time without medical intervention, or a symptom of another, possibly severe, thyroid condition that requires medical attention (see Thyroid Problems Symptoms Swelling at the base of the neck, ranging from a small lump to a general enlargement. If you have hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid gland, you may also experience weight loss despite an increased appetite, an increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure (see High Blood Pressure ), nervousness, diarrhea , muscle weakness and hand tremors. If you have hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid gland), you may also experience lethargy, slowed physical and mental functions

63. Genesis Health System - Detailed Disease Info - Goiter . The thyroid gland sits astride...... goiter. Definition. goiter refers to any visible enlargement of the thyroidgland. http://www.genesishealth.com/micromedex/detaileddisease/00049610.aspx

Facility Information DeWitt Comm Hosp Genesis Medical Ctr Illini Hospital Genesis Health Grp VNA Goiter Definition Goiter refers to any visible enlargement of the thyroid gland. Description The thyroid gland sits astride the trachea (windpipe) and is shaped like a butterfly. It makes thyroxin, a hormone that regulates the metabolic activity of the body, rather like the gas pedal on a car. Too much thyroxin increases the metabolism, causing weight loss, temperature elevation, nervousness, and irritability. Too little thyroxin slows the metabolism down, deepens the voice, causes weight gain and water retention, and retards growth and mental development in children. Both conditions also alter hair and skin growth, bowel function, and menstrual flow. Curiously, the thyroid gland is often enlarged whether it is making too much hormone, too little, or sometimes even when it is functioning normally. The thyroid is controlled by the pituitary gland, which secretes thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) in response to the amount of thyroxin it finds in the blood. TSH increases the amount of thyroxin secreted by the thyroid and also causes the thyroid gland to grow. Hyperthyroid goiterIf the amount of stimulating hormone is excessive, the thyroid will both enlarge and secrete too much thyroxin. The result

64. Goiter NaturalHealthNotebook.com. goiter. goiter (enlarged thyroid gland). Simple goiter endemic. When dietary iodine is inadequate, the thyroid gland swells. http://www.naturalhealthnotebook.com/Health_Problems/Goiter.htm

Home Table of Contents N atural H ealth N otebook .com Goiter Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland) Simple goiter - endemic When dietary iodine is inadequate, the thyroid gland swells. Swelling is a result of follicular epithelial cell hypertrophy, hyperplasia or both. This produces a bulge at the base of the neck which can become quite pronounced. I have seen women tie a scarf around their goiter to support its weight. A goiter can compress the trachea and cause a hoarse voice, chronic coughing, difficulty in swallowing and facial congestion. My mother's goiter grew down inside her ribs and caused problems swallowing. Iodine supplements can be used for the prevention and cure of simple goiter. The Chinese recorded the use of seaweed, which contains iodine, for goiter since about 3,000 B.C. 96% of goiters are caused by an iodine deficiency. Even when there is not enough iodine available, thyroid hormone secretion continues until available iodine is exhausted. The pituitary continues to release Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) which causes thyroid activity to keep increasing. This stimulates thyroid gland tissue enlargement and growth (goiter). Over 200,000,000 people worldwide have developed goiters. Because of iodized salt, goiters are increasingly rare in industrialized countries. The Great Lakes area of the United States has a low water concentration of iodine and is well-known for its high incidence of goiter. (see "Iodized salt" below)

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Cosmetics Lotions Herbs Vitamins ... Conditions / Ailments > Goiter > Goiter General Description Possible Causes Possible Complications Possible Treatment ... Back to Top General Description Back to Top Possible Causes Iodine deficiency is the largest known cause of goiter. Iodine is vital to the formation of thyroid hormone. An overproduction of thyroid stimulating hormone in the pituitary gland in response to a defect in normal hormone synthesis within the thyroid gland. Certain medications in high doses, such as lithium or aminoglutethimide can cause a nontoxic goiter. A family history of congenital goiter. In most cases of sporadic goiter the cause is unknown. Back to Top Possible Complications Both under and overactive thyroid, if left untreated, can lead to life-threatening complications. The goiter mass will sometimes compress the trachea (windpipe) and esophagus (swallowing tube), causing difficulty in breathing and swallowing. Malignancy (cancer) within a multinodular enlarged thyroid is seldom the case, but does happen is at least 5% of cases. Thyrotoxicosis, an excessive amount of thyroid hormone in the bloodstream.

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March 30, 2003 Select a Health Topic ADD/ADHD Allergy Alternative Medicine Arthritis Asthma Beyond Dieting Body Aches and Pains Breast Cancer Cancer Awareness Cardio Health Children's Health Colon Cancer Contraception COPD/Emphysema Dental Health Diabetes Elder Care Emergency Room Epilepsy Erectile Dysfunction Eye Care Fertility Fitness Gastrointestinal Health Glands and Hormones Gynecologic Health Hair Loss Headache Healthcare Today Healthy Aging HIV and AIDS Infectious Diseases Kidney Health Leukemia Liver Health Lung Cancer Lymphoma Multiple Sclerosis Men's Health Mental Health Nutrition Osteoporosis Parkinson's Disease Sexual Health Skin Health Sleep Disorders Special Events Stroke Surgeries and Procedures Teen Health Thyroid Health Urologic Health Vascular Disease Women's Health Workplace Health Ask The Doctor Lifestyle Counseling Ask by mail My Health Chart ... Hospitals Goiter more about Goiter Goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located in front of and on the sides of the "Adam's apple" on the neck. The cause of endemic goiter is iodine deficiency in the diet. Thus the term endemic refers to goiter that is prevalent in a certain part or region of the world, usually mountain areas where the soil is low in iodine content. Less commonly, goiter is caused by substances in the food or water that increase the likelihood of iodine deficiency.

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70. GOITER goiter. goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland in the front of the neck.Associated with the overproduction or underproduction of thyroid hormones. http://www.internetpharmacyservices.com/healthcontentpharm/ailmentsanddiseases/g

Goiter G oiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland in the front of the neck. Associated with the overproduction or underproduction of thyroid hormones. What to look for swelling at the base of the neck If you have an overactive thyroid gland, you may also experience weight loss despite an increased appetite, an increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure , nervousness, diarrhoea, muscle weakness, and hand tremors. If you have an under-active thyroid gland, you may also experience lethargy, slowed physical and mental functions, depression, loss of hair, dry skin, a lower heart rate, an intolerance to cold, constipation , easy weight gain, and tingling or numbness in your hands. Goitres can be any one of several types of growths in the thyroid gland, located at the base of the neck. A goitre may be a temporary problem that will remedy itself over time without medical treatment, or a symptom of another, possibly severe, thyroid condition that requires medical attention. Causes Goitres can occur when the thyroid gland produces either too much thyroid hormone or not enough.

71. Molly B.'s Goiter And Hyperthyroid Page This page describes in journal form my symptoms, the testing, diagnosis and treatmentof multinodular goiter, thyroid cyst and hyperthyroidism including http://thyroid.trishs.net/goiter.html

Index Page Section one Goiter and Hyperthyroid - my personal experience story Ultrasound Comparison - results before and after thyroid treatment Misc. bits of thyroid information Frequently Asked Thyroid Questions Section two Answer my Thyroid Poll Thyroid Forum for discussions about thyroid disorders Miscellaneous information about this website Section three Links Email Molly b.'s Goiter and Hyperthyroid Page 1 I hope the following information will be of help to anyone who has a hyperthyroid condition. Hyperthyroid disorders don't always require the same treatment that I had. Multinodular goiter is treated differently than Graves' Disease - I had no medication options. Molly b. December, 2000 May 1997: I went to a doctor about feeling faint, dry eyes and weight loss. A series of blood tests showed that I was hyperthyroid. An appointment with a specialist was scheduled for October. I was given a prescription for Ativan, to take as needed, for 'anxiety attacks' which were really just rapid heartbeat reactions caused by the hyperthyroid symptoms. Five months is a very long time to be hyperthyroid with no treatment. Long term untreated hyperthyroidism can result in heart damage and more. If you have a hyperthyroid condition, don't delay getting it treated. I wouldn't have waited 5 months, if I'd had a choice. (This is what health 'cutbacks' do.)

72. Goiter . The thyroid gland sits astride......goiter. Definition. goiter refers to any visible enlargement of the thyroidgland. http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00049610.html

Main Search Index Definition Description Causes ... Resources Goiter Definition Goiter refers to any visible enlargement of the thyroid gland. Description The thyroid gland sits astride the trachea (windpipe) and is shaped like a butterfly. It makes thyroxin, a hormone that regulates the metabolic activity of the body, rather like the gas pedal on a car. Too much thyroxin increases the metabolism, causing weight loss, temperature elevation, nervousness, and irritability. Too little thyroxin slows the metabolism down, deepens the voice, causes weight gain and water retention, and retards growth and mental development in children. Both conditions also alter hair and skin growth, bowel function, and menstrual flow. Curiously, the thyroid gland is often enlarged whether it is making too much hormone, too little, or sometimes even when it is functioning normally. The thyroid is controlled by the pituitary gland, which secretes thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) in response to the amount of thyroxin it finds in the blood. TSH increases the amount of thyroxin secreted by the thyroid and also causes the thyroid gland to grow. Hyperthyroid goiterIf the amount of stimulating hormone is excessive, the thyroid will both enlarge and secrete too much thyroxin. The result

73. Diseases And Conditions -- Discovery Health -- Goiter goiter By Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS Images (click to view larger image) A goiteris an enlargement of the thyroid gland that is not due to cancer. http://health.discovery.com/diseasesandcond/encyclopedia/661.html

goiter By Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS Images (click to view larger image) A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that is not due to cancer. The thyroid gland is located in the neck just below the Adam's apple. What is going on in the body? Thyroid hormone is important for the body's metabolism. Hypothyroidism is a condition caused by low levels of thyroid hormone in the body. The thyroid gland responds by getting larger and forming a goiter. This may allow it to make enough thyroid hormone. What are the signs and symptoms of the condition? Someone who has a goiter may not have any symptoms. If symptoms are present, they may include the following: difficulty swallowing dizziness when the arms are raised above the head shortness of breath swelling and distention of the neck thyroid enlargement, which can range from slightly bigger to massively enlarged What are the causes and risks of the condition? Goiter is seen most often in people who: are female eat large amounts of certain foods such as cabbage, peanuts, peaches, and spinach have a family history of goiter have too little iodine in their diet take certain medicines, such as lithium, iodides, and cobalt

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78. Definition For:Goiter: goiter Chapter 8 Enlargement of thyroid (with anterior neck swelling),the endemic form of which refers to goitrous hypothyroidism http://www.kumc.edu/instruction/medicine/pathology/ed/keywords/kw_goiter_.html

Goiter: Chapter: 8 Enlargement of thyroid (with anterior neck swelling), the endemic form of which refers to goitrous hypothyroidism due to dietary iodine deficiency.

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