Toxic multinodular goitre
Toxic Multinodular Goitre
Toxic multinodular goitre (pronunciation: /ˈtɒksɪk ˌmʌltɪˈnɒdjʊlər ˈɡɔɪtər/), also known as Plummer's disease, is a type of thyroid disease that involves an enlarged thyroid gland with multiple nodules which produce excessive amounts of thyroid hormones.
Etymology
The term "goitre" originates from the Latin word "guttur", meaning throat. The prefix "multi-" is from Latin "multus", meaning many, and "nodular" is derived from Latin "nodus", meaning knot. The term "toxic" is used to indicate the overproduction of thyroid hormones, which can have harmful effects on the body.
Symptoms
Symptoms of toxic multinodular goitre may include hyperthyroidism, tachycardia, weight loss, tremors, anxiety, and heat intolerance. In severe cases, it can lead to thyroid storm, a life-threatening condition.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of toxic multinodular goitre typically involves a physical examination, blood tests to measure levels of thyroid hormones, and imaging tests such as ultrasound or radioiodine scan.
Treatment
Treatment options for toxic multinodular goitre may include radioiodine therapy, thyroidectomy (surgical removal of the thyroid gland), or medication to control the overproduction of thyroid hormones.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Toxic multinodular goitre
- Wikipedia's article - Toxic multinodular goitre
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