A goitre is an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. The thyroid refers to a small, butterfly- shaped gland inside the neck. It produces hormones, which control the body’s metabolism and regulate ...

This page lists all known medications that could potentially lead to 'Goitre' as a side effect. It's important to note that mild side effects are quite common with medications. The medication(s) ...

Learn the early warning signs of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, plus neck and pregnancy related symptoms, with guidance ...

Perhaps 10 per cent of women over the age of 65 have underactive thyroid glands and there are many younger people with hypothyroidism as well. So even with underdiagnosis, there are still are many ...

Q: Which doctor treats goitre? A: Goitre is treated by an endocrinologist. The patient may be referred to a surgeon if surgery is needed. A: Colloid goitre or adenomatous nodules is prevalent in areas ...

A goitre is an abnormal enlargement of thyroid gland. The most common cause of goitre worldwide is lack of iodine in the diet. Iodine is essential for the production of thyroid hormones, and is found ...

Kisoro. Medical doctors have expressed concern over the high number of people suffering from goitre in Kigezi Sub-region. Goitre is a swelling of the thyroid gland that causes a lump in the front of ...

A woman shows the point where surgery was performed around the throat to prevent a tumour from enlarging as a result of goitre. Photo by Abubaker Lubowa. Historically, a common cause of goitre has ...

NEW DELHI: If a recent study by the department of human nutrition, AIIMS is any indication, goitre may be on its way out among children in Delhi. NEW DELHI: If a recent study by the department of ...

Shiv Shanker Mukherjee, Indian ambassador to Nepal, today inaugurated the ‘control of goitre and iodine deficiency disorder programme’ being executed by the Salt Trading Corporation Ltd. Addressing ...