Simple (Non-Toxic) Goiter Causes
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What is the definition of a simple (non-toxic) goiter?

  • Shrinking of the thyroid without toxic manifestations
  • Enlargement of the thyroid with toxic manifestations
  • Shrinking of the thyroid with toxic manifestations
  • Enlargement of the thyroid without toxic manifestations (correct)
  • Which factor can lead to an absolute deficiency causing simple goiter?

  • Pregnancy, puberty, and lactation
  • Living in areas near the sea
  • Iodine deficiency in areas far from the sea (correct)
  • Consuming goitrogens like cabbage and cauliflower
  • What role does thiocyanate play in the development of simple goiter?

  • Enhances iodide transport within the thyroid
  • Inhibits iodide transport within the thyroid (correct)
  • Has no effect on thyroid function
  • Promotes thyroxine formation
  • In what condition is there a relative deficiency of iodine leading to simple goiter?

    <p>During pregnancy, puberty, and lactation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of dyshormonogenesis resulting in a simple goiter?

    <p>Hereditary deficiency of peroxidase enzyme</p> Signup and view all the answers

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