Goiter
Goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland, located in the front part of the neck, which can become visible or palpable as a bulge.
How it can be noticed: A swelling at the base of the neck and, in some cases, a feeling of pressure or discomfort when swallowing.
Associated factors: It is usually related to disturbances in the functioning of the thyroid or in its hormone production.
Which specialist treats it? The endocrinologist is the go-to for studying the thyroid and goiter; in the case of a noticeable growth in the neck, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional who can guide the evaluation.
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Doctors specialized in goiter
Dra. Arantxa Cabadas
Dr. Erick Bautista
Dra. Maria Gomez Palacio Schjetnan
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Abel Alberto Pavía López
Dr. Víctor Manuel Ramírez Carpio
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Mauricio Enrique Zaragoza Perez
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Bernardo Rivas De Leon
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Oscar Sánchez Escandón
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Julio Sandoval Zárate
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Frequently asked questions
What is goiter?
Goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland, located in the front part of the neck, which can become visible or palpable as a bulge.
Which doctor treats goiter?
Goiter is usually treated by specialists in anatomical pathologist, anesthesiologist, audiologist, cardiologist, cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, general surgeon, plastic surgeon, endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, nurse, geriatrician, homeopath, infectious disease specialist, critical care and intensive care specialist, aesthetic physician, general practitioner, internist, nephrologist, pulmonologist, neurologist.