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Can a goiter cause occasional difficulty, pain and/or choking when swallowing?

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Yes: In fact, this is in an indication for surgery in an otherwise benign process.

Answered 5/17/2018

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Dr. Jon Grischkan answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Yes: Yes, it is related to mass effect, compressing the esophagus with swallowing. Seek the advice of your doctor to determine if you need a thyroid ultrasound.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 8/20/2013

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