گلہڑ ایک ایسی حالت ہے جس میں تھائیرائڈ گلینڈ سوجن کا شکار ہو جاتا ہے۔ یہ گلینڈ گردن کے اگلے حصے میں ہوتا ہے۔ گلہڑ سے گردن میں گانٹھ یا ابھار نظر آتا ہے۔ یہ چھوٹا یا بڑا ہو سکتا ہے۔ کچھ کیسز میں یہ درد نہیں کرتا، لیکن بعض اوقات نگلنے یا سانس لینے میں مشکل ہو سکتی ہے۔
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Goiter is a swelling of the thyroid gland in the neck. In "goiter meaning in Urdu," it refers to a visible lump in the throat. This lump may grow slowly and be painless. Some goiters cause coughing or a tight feeling in the throat.
The thyroid controls many body functions. A goiter may form when it grows too much. It can happen with too much or too little thyroid hormone. Most goiters are harmless. But some may be linked to thyroid disease.
Goiter is more common in women and older adults. In many cases, it can be managed with medicine or surgery.
Common signs of goiter include:
Swelling in the neck
Tight feeling in the throat
Coughing
Hoarse voice
Trouble swallowing
Breathing issues (if large)
Goiter can happen for several reasons:
Iodine deficiency
Hashimoto’s disease (low thyroid)
Graves’ disease (high thyroid)
Thyroid nodules
Thyroid cancer (rare)
Pregnancy
Certain medicines
You are more at risk if you:
Don’t get enough iodine
Are female
Are over 40
Have thyroid issues in your family
Are pregnant or menopausal
Take certain drugs
Steps to help avoid goiter:
Use iodized salt
Eat iodine-rich foods (fish, dairy)
Treat thyroid problems early
Get regular checkups if at risk
Types of goiter include:
Simple Goiter:
Caused by a lack of iodine. Usually mild.
Nodular Goiter:
Has one or more lumps.
Multinodular Goiter:
Many small lumps. It may grow large.
Toxic Goiter:
Linked to too much thyroid hormone.
Doctors may do these tests:
Physical neck exam
Thyroid blood tests
Ultrasound
Thyroid scan
Biopsy (if needed)
Treatment depends on the size and cause:
Medicines:
To balance hormone levels
Treat swelling or nodules
Radioactive Iodine:
Surgery:
Removes part or all of the thyroid
For large or cancerous goiters
If untreated, goiter can cause:
Breathing problems
Swallowing problems
Thyroid cancer (rare)
Permanent thyroid damage
Marham enables you to communicate with experienced healthcare professionals to obtain professional guidance. You can find the best endocrinologist for goiter treatment through Marham. You can book an online and in-person appointment with specialist doctors through Marham's website, Android app, iOS app, and by calling 03111222398.
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