Goiter: meaning, definitions and examples

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goiter

 

[ หˆษกษ”ษชtษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

A goiter is an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, which is located at the base of the neck. This swelling can result from a variety of factors, including iodine deficiency, autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis, or the presence of nodules. The enlargement may be associated with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing or breathing if it is significantly large. Goiters can be classified as non-toxic or toxic depending on whether they produce excessive hormones.

Synonyms

thyroid enlargement, thyroid swelling

Examples of usage

  • The doctor diagnosed her with a goiter.
  • He experienced difficulty swallowing due to a large goiter.
  • Goiters are often associated with iodine deficiency.
  • She had surgery to remove her goiter.

Translations

Translations of the word "goiter" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bรณcio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคฐเฅเคฆเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kropf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kelenjar gondok

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะพะฑ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wole

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็”ฒ็Šถ่…บ่…ซ (ใ“ใ†ใ˜ใ‚‡ใ†ใ›ใ‚“ใ—ใ‚…)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท goitre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bocio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท guatr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ‘์ƒ์„ ์ข…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุฏุฉ ุฏุฑู‚ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ struma

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ struma

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”ฒ็Šถ่…บ่‚ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ guz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skjaldkirtill

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะปา›ะฐะฝัˆะฐ ะฑะตะทั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒแƒšแƒ’แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qoz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bocio

Etymology

The word 'goiter' traces its origins back to the Latin term 'guttur', meaning 'throat', alongside the Old French 'goytere'. Historical references to goiters can be found in texts from numerous cultures, reflecting its significance in understanding human health. The condition has been recognized since ancient times, and its correlation with iodine levels became evident in the 19th century. This practically led to the understanding that goiters can indicate a deficiency of iodine, crucial for thyroid hormone production. In modern medicine, the management of goiters often includes addressing iodine intake and monitoring thyroid function, showcasing the evolution of both the word and the treatment of this condition.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,497, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.