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What happens when you get a goiter? does it go away completely if treated for hormone problems?
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Not necessarily: It depends on the reason for the goiter. If you are also hypothyroid than thyroid replacement might cause a decrease in goiter size. See a thyroid doctor.
Answered 4/2/2012
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Depends: Depends on type of goiter, thyroid function and treatment. A treatment that frequently (but not always) causes significant shrinkage is radioactive iodine for an over active thyroid.
Answered 9/28/2016
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