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Goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland, located in the neck. Simple goiter is caused by too little iodine which is available in the hormone thyroxine. Toxic goiter, on the other hand, is caused by exactly the opposite condition, overproduction of thyroxine. Oddly enough, both can often be treated by the administration of iodine in one form or another.
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What causes a colloidal or endemic goiter?
Colloid nodular goiters are also known as endemic goiters. They are usually caused by not getting enough iodine in the diet.
Can men or women have goiters?
Yes, both men and women can develop goiters, which are enlargements of the thyroid gland. Goiters can occur due to various factors, including iodine deficiency, autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis, or conditions that lead to thyroid hormone imbalance. While they are more commonly diagnosed in women, particularly during pregnancy or menopause, men are also at risk. The underlying causes and symptoms can vary between individuals regardless of gender.
What causes exophthalamic goiters?
Hypothyroid conditions - mostly due to iodine deficiency.
Which hormone peaks and causes ovulation?
luteinizing hormone
What hormone causes ovulation to occur, and what produces this hormone?
The hormone that causes ovulation to occur is called luteinizing hormone (LH). LH is produced by the pituitary gland in the brain.
What hormone causes ovulation to occur in the menstrual cycle?
The hormone that causes ovulation to occur in the menstrual cycle is called luteinizing hormone (LH).
Name the hormone that causes puberty in male mammals?
The name of the hormone that causes puberty in male mammals is the testosterone
What hormone causes the blood sugar level to decrease?
Insulin is the hormone that causes the blood sugar level to decrease.
What hormone causes demineralization of bones spontaneous fractures could it be parathyroid hormone?
parathyroid hormone
Which hormone causes cells to divide and increase in size?
growth hormone
What is the function of the growth hormone?
it is the hormone that causes the growth of pubic hair.
What is the hormone that causes secondary characteristics in males?
Testosterone, the male hormone.
