GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Graves’ disease: In this condition the entire thyroid gland might be overactive and produce too much hormone. This problem is also called diffuse toxic goiter (enlarged thyroid gland).

Detailed explanation-2: -Iodine deficiency. Iodine is essential for the production of thyroid hormones. If a person does not get enough dietary iodine, hormone production drops and the pituitary gland signals the thyroid to make more. This increased signal results in thyroid growth.

Detailed explanation-3: -What is a goiter? Goiter is a condition where your thyroid gland grows larger. Your entire thyroid can grow larger or it can develop one or more small lumps called thyroid nodules. Your thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped endocrine gland located in your neck, below your Adam’s apple.

Detailed explanation-4: -A goiter is an enlarged thyroid gland that causes the neck to swell. A goiter is one of the most common thyroid disorders. It does not necessarily mean that the thyroid is functioning incorrectly. In some cases, however, it can signal an underlying thyroid disease that needs treatment.

Detailed explanation-5: -Hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism can lead to Graves’ disease, which has many symptoms, including sweating, arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat), weight loss, protruding eyes and nervousness. Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. Thyroid Tumors. Thyroid Cancer. Thyroid Disorders in Women. Postpartum Thyroiditis.