Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
How does a person get goiter? what are its symptoms? how to treat it?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A goiter: Is an enlarged thyroid and there are various causes: under active or overactive thyroids, multiple nodules, inflammation, immune disorders, etc. There are genetic predispositions as well. If you're concerned, check w/your doctor.
Answered 11/16/2016
5k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Please explain what are the causes, symptoms and medication of goiter?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have a goiter, and multiple hashi symptoms. Dr. Appt in two weeks. Should i change diet now, or will it effect test results?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
How does a person get goiter? What are its symptoms? How to treat it? Is there any medicine to stop its enlargement?
Is a goiter treatable?
What happens when you get a goiter? Does it go away completely if treated for hormone problems?
My morning temperature is between 95.8-96.8. I have other hypothyroid symptoms but i've never had a goiter. My lymph nodes swell whenever i get sick.
Symptoms of having a goiter?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
