ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Widespread enlargement of the thyroid can expand the gland well beyond its typical size (left) and cause a noticeable bulge in the neck (right). A goiter (GOI-tur) is the irregular growth of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck just below the Adam’s apple.

Detailed explanation-2: -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.

Detailed explanation-3: -Definition. A simple goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. It is usually not a tumor or cancer.

Detailed explanation-4: -The most common cause of a goiter worldwide is a lack of iodine in the diet. In the United States, where iodized salt is readily available, goiters may be a result of the over-or underproduction of the thyroid hormone or the presence of nodules in the thyroid itself.

Detailed explanation-5: -The definition of Goiter states that it is an enlargement of the thyroid gland on the front and sides of the neck. It is the result of abnormal thyroid secretion, especially hypothyroidism due to a lack of iodine in the diet.