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What causes pregnancy induced goiter?
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Stress: Pregnancy puts a stress on your entire body, including your thyroid. It can bring out mild deficiencies that lead to thyroid enlargement (goiter). In addition, immune mechanisms can lead to inflammation and thyroid enlargement.
Answered 4/7/2013
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