i., tıb. guatr

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Definition of i., tıb. guatr in Turkish English dictionary

goiter

{n} the bronchocele or swelled neck

A swelling of the thyroid gland, possible symptom of hypo- or hyperthyroidism

An enlargement of the thyroid gland, on the anterior part of the neck; bronchocele

enlargement of thyroid gland

An enlargement of the front and sides of the neck caused by an inflammation of the thyroid gland

abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from under-production or over-production of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet

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enlargement of the thyroid gland Goiter is one of the earliest and most visible signs of iodine deficiency The thyroid enlarges in response to persistent stimulation by TSH (see Function) In mild iodine deficiency, this adaptation response may be enough to provide the body with sufficient thyroid hormone However, more severe cases of iodine deficiency result in hypothyroidism Thyroid enlargement may also be caused by factors other than iodine deficiency, especially in iodine sufficient countries, such as the U S

enlargement of the thyroid gland causing a swelling in the front of the neck

a chronic enlargement of the thyroid gland not due to neoplasm often seen in endemic areas

non malignant enlargement of the thyroid gland

an overgrown thyroid gland

It is frequently associated with cretinism, and is most common in mountainous regions, especially in certain parts of Switzerland

{i} (Medicine) abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland (also goitre)

An enlarged thyroid gland due to any cause It is seen as a swelling or fullness in the front of the neck

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