A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that is not associated with cancer. There are several kinds that can occur. A simple goiter, which usually occurs when the thyroid gland is not able to produce enough thyroid hormone, may be classified as either an endemic (colloid) goiter or a sporadic (nontoxic) goiter.
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- Thyroid Goiter Describes the causes of thyroid enlargement. Contains photos and illustrations. By EndocrineWeb.
- Pendred Syndrome A genetic condition associated with deafness and goiter.
- Pendred Syndrome An inherited autosomal recessive condition which consists of deafness from the time of birth and enlargement of the thyroid gland. From MedicineNet.
- NHS Choices: Goitre Provides information on this abnormal swelling of the thyroid gland. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention.
- Goiter Describes the background, pathophysiology, frequency, and clinical features of thyroid enlargement. By eMedicine.