Patient's question:
What factors can cause goiter?Doctor's answer:
Common causes of goiter include thyroiditis, thyroid nodules, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, etc. The main reason is still an imbalance in some hormone secretions in the body. It may also be caused by other triggers, such as certain infectious diseases, a weakened immune system, which can also lead to goiter. Additionally, insufficient intake of iodine in our daily diet may also cause goiter.