Substernal Thyroid
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Substernal goiter, also called substernal thyroid, occurs when a part of the thyroid gland grows and extends into the chest, behind the sternum.
How it may show up: By taking up space in the chest, it sometimes causes a sensation of pressure, difficulty swallowing, changes in the voice, or discomfort when breathing, although it can also go unnoticed.
Why it occurs: It is usually associated with the progressive growth of the thyroid gland over time.
Which specialist treats it? Endocrinology is in charge of studying the functioning of the thyroid, and in some cases oncology participates when it is necessary to rule out other causes of the growth. If this condition is suspected, it is advisable to see a professional who assesses each case individually.
Data on 34 doctors who treat substernal thyroid
Which specialist treats substernal thyroid?
Substernal Thyroid is usually treated by specialists in general practitioner, endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, general surgeon, surgical oncologist, infectious disease specialist, aesthetic physician, ophthalmologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in substernal thyroid
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. JORGE RAMIRO PEREZ PASTRANA
Dr. Deyanira Munguia Moreno
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Valeria Becerril Ledezma
Frequently asked questions
What is substernal thyroid?
Substernal goiter, also called substernal thyroid, occurs when a part of the thyroid gland grows and extends into the chest, behind the sternum.
Which doctor treats substernal thyroid?
Substernal Thyroid is usually treated by specialists in general practitioner, endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, general surgeon, surgical oncologist, infectious disease specialist, aesthetic physician, ophthalmologist.