A person may need to avoid certain foods and medications in some cases of goiter. Rarely, surgery is necessary when the goiter does not respond to other treatment. Too much thyroid hormone can cause toxic levels to build up in the body. This can lead to symptoms such as fast heartbeat , diarrhea , and insomnia . If the goiter was brought on by a particular medication, the condition the medications was being used to treat could worsen or return if it is discontinued.
Surgery carries the risks of bleeding, infection, and allergic reaction to anesthesia .
The thyroid gland should decrease in size after treatment. This will improve symptoms. A person with goiter should be seen regularly by the healthcare provider to monitor the status of the thyroid gland. By visiting this site, you agree to the terms and conditions of our Visitor Agreement .