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Goiter, diffuse nontoxic
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Goiter, diffuse nontoxic
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Enlargement of the thyroid gland without a change in thyroid function
Symptoms may include swelling at the base in the front of the neck and neck pain
Cause most often due to iodine deficiency in the diet
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females but more common in females
Can occur at any age but more severe in infants and young children
May be mild to severe
Treatments
FOR COUGH
Increase fluids (especially water)
Suck on cough drops or hard sweets (candy)
Use a cool air humidifier in room
Avoid lung irritants such as smoke, household cleaners or allergens
Over-the-counter cough medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Guaifenesin
Dextromethorphan
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