• Multiple nodules in the thyroid gland which do not affect the thyroid function
• Symptoms may include swelling at the base in the front of the neck with pain and tenderness
• Cause may be due to iodine deficiency, medications, radiation exposure to neck or head as a child or hereditary factors
• Cannot be spread from person to person
• Affects males and females but more common in females
• Can occur at any age but more common in older adults
• May be mild with few symptoms
• Not life threatening

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