Goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that appears as a swelling in the front of the neck. It may be associated with normal, reduced, or excess thyroid hormone. Iodine deficiency, autoimmune thyroid disease, and nodules are common causes. Evaluation by a clinician is important; supportive routines can complement—not replace— medical care. Seek urgent care for breathing/swallowing difficulty or rapidly enlarging swelling.
Neck swelling of the thyroid; in Ayurveda often linked with Kapha and channel obstruction. Cleansing and local applications are described classically.
Thyroid enlargement from iodine deficiency, autoimmune causes, or nodules; evaluation and treatment follow clinical guidelines.
Goiter refers to thyroid enlargement. Depending on the type, thyroid hormone may be high (hyperthyroidism), low (hypothyroidism), or normal (euthyroid). Iodine deficiency is a classic cause worldwide; autoimmune conditions and nodular growth are also common contributors. Assessment can include blood tests, ultrasound, and sometimes fine-needle aspiration.
Rapid enlargement, pain, or breathing difficulty warrants urgent evaluation.
Traditional approaches aim to balance digestive and metabolic processes and support the throat/neck region with diet, routines, and selected herbs under guidance. These measures may provide comfort and general wellbeing, but some goiter types require specific medical or surgical care—avoid self-treatment when warning signs are present.
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