“Understanding Goiter: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options.” Author: Rodolfo U. Fernandez III, MD
Goiter, or “bosyo” in Filipino, is defined as an enlargement of the thyroid gland that presents as a painless, midline neck mass. The basic laboratory work-up for a patient with goiter usually includes a blood test for thyroid hormone levels (TSH, FT4 and/or FT3), an imaging study (ultrasound or CT scan), and in some cases, …
