Thyroid Enlargement: Feel a Lump in Your Neck?

Created: 10/05/2022 11:46 am

By: Natalie Hull Drawbar

A lump in the throat can indicate a thyroid disorder.

When to take neck swelling seriously.

An enlarged thyroid can have different causes.

In addition to a serious illness such as a tumor, in many cases a malfunction of the thyroid gland is behind the symptoms.

Around 20 to 30 percent of Germans suffer from an enlarged thyroid gland.

Thyroid nodules are one of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism.

However, since the goiter is usually visible early on, the change can usually be treated well.

24vita.de explains what you should do if you feel a lump in your neck.

In most cases, an enlarged thyroid gland is harmless – but it can also indicate a disease of the thyroid gland (symbol image).

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The thyroid is located below the larynx in the trachea.

Since the butterfly-shaped organ is involved in various metabolic processes in the body, an illness can lead to different symptoms such as cardiovascular symptoms, digestive problems, inner restlessness and a change in weight.

This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication.

In no way does it replace a visit to the doctor.

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