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goiter, goitre, struma, thyromegalynoun
abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from underproduction or overproduction of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet
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goiter
A goitre, or goiter, is a swelling in the neck resulting from an enlarged thyroid gland. A goitre can be associated with a thyroid that is not functioning properly. Worldwide, over 90% of goitre cases are caused by iodine deficiency. The term is from the Latin gutturia, meaning throat. Most goitres are not cancerous (benign), though they may be potentially harmful.
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goiter
Goiter is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, located in the neck. This can be caused by various factors such as iodine deficiency, thyroid hormone overproduction or underproduction, or due to nodules that grow in the gland. This enlargement can result in visible swelling in the neck and may lead to difficulties in swallowing or breathing. There are various types of goiters depending on the underlying causes.
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Goiternoun
alt. of Goitre
U.S. National Library of Medicine
Goiter
Enlargement of the THYROID GLAND that may increase from about 20 grams to hundreds of grams in human adults. Goiter is observed in individuals with normal thyroid function (euthyroidism), thyroid deficiency (HYPOTHYROIDISM), or hormone overproduction (HYPERTHYROIDISM). Goiter may be congenital or acquired, sporadic or endemic (GOITER, ENDEMIC).
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of goiter in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of goiter in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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