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Goitre Flashcards

1
Q

What is the definition of a Goitre

A

Swelling of the thyroid gland

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2
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Other than being asymptomatic, what are 3 signs found in a Goitre

A

Difficulty Breathing

Dysphagia

Hoarsness

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3
Q

What are the investigations in a Goitre (2)

A

TFT

Neck examination

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4
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What are the 2 main causes of a Goitre

A

Hypothyroidism

Hyperthyroidism

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5
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What 2 hyperthyroidism causes can lead to a goitre

A

Thyroiditis // Graves

Thyroid cancer

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6
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What hypothyroidism cause can lead to a goitre

A

Iodine Deficiency

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7
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What are the 2 types of Goitre

A

Diffuse Goitre => Smooth

Nodular Goitre => Lumpy + Nodular

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8
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Do nodular goitres form cancer

A

No typically 1 in 20 are cancerous

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9
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What treatment is given to Goitre

A

Depends on cause

Iodine most common cause => Iodine supplement

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10
Q

What are 2 different causes of a thyroid nodule?

A

Thyroid Adenoma

Thyroid Cyst

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