Goitre is basically the enlargement of the thyroid glands. This gland is situated at the front of the throat, below the Adam's apple (larynx). Goitre is also known as 'Derbyshire neck' - as it is caused due to iodine deficiency - leading to swellings of the thyroid. Generally, women are more prone to this disease than men. Goitres can be either diffuse or multi-nodular
A thyroid gland whose lateral lobes have a volume greater than the terminal phalanges of the thumbs of the person examined will be considered goitrous
In other words, goitre is a non cancerous enlargement of the thyroid gland, visible as a swelling at the front of the neck that is often associated with iodine deficiency
Goitre can be Caused by a range of factors, including
Goitres may also result from a reduced amount of iodide in the diet. Large quantities of iodide have an inhibitory effect on the thyroid
High consumption of certain foods that neutralize iodine, such as cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower can easily lead to formation of goitre, as goitre is mainly caused due to iodine deficiency. Other foods, like soy, may also cause goitres
Certain drugs, such as lithium and phenylbutazone - can also cause goitre as a side effect
Goitre can also be caused by benign or malignant tumors. Cancer of the thyroid is a very rare cause
Hyperthyroidism: Hyperthyroidism means the thyroid gland is overactive. A common cause is Graves' disease, in which the immune system produces antibodies that act like TSH and stimulate the thyroid gland uncontrollably
Hypothyroidism: Hypothyroidism means the thyroid gland is under active
Congenital enzyme defect in thyroxine synthesis
Most Common Signs and Symptoms of Goitre include
In many of cases there are no symptoms other than the appearance of large swelling in the neck. The size of a goiter can range from very small to very large
Breathing problems may occur - if the goitre is large enough and presses on the windpipe
Swallowing problems may also occur - if the goitre is large enough to press on the esophagus
Feeling tired and sleeping excessively
Dry and Thickened Skin
Depression and problems with memory and concentration may also occur
The suffering person may have a croaky or hoarse voice
Slow Reflexes
Delayed as well as precocious sexual development
High Cholesterol Levels
Girls suffering from goitre may suffer from increased menstrual flow
Auroh Advanced Homeopathy Treatment
homeopathy is suggested for cases of Goiter. homeopathy helps in alleviating the symptoms associated with the condition. Moreover, homeopathy works at a deeper level to bring deviations of immunity back to normalcy and to restore the harmony of the body. homeopathy works better in the early and mild cases of goiter and not in chronic and severe cases. Extreme cases where the hyper activity of thyroid gland has affected other vital organs, homeopathy has limited role
Goiter being a constitutional disorder calls for an in-depth constitutional approach for its management. The science of homeopathy is based on the concept that disease is total affliction of body and may find its local expression at the level of certain organs. Hence homeopathy prescription take into account presenting complaints along with physical, emotional and genetic make up of a person that individualizes him/her. The remedy prescribed based on this entire totality treats the disorder at its root cause and thus restores the normal functioning of the body