Goitre
Answers to common questions about goitre.
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What is a goitre?
A goitre is an enlarged thyroid gland.
What causes a goitre?
Possible causes include:
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Autoimmune thyroid disease
- Iodine deficiency
- Thyroid nodules
- Multinodular goitre
Can a goitre cause difficulty swallowing?
A large goitre can sometimes cause pressure on the food pipe or windpipe.