Chapter 7 (Thyroid) Flashcards
1
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exophthalmos
A
protrusion of the eyes out of the eye socket
2
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goiter
A
swollen thyroid gland (most commonly caused by iodine deficiency)
3
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thyrocele
A
another name for goiter
4
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thyromegaly
A
enlargement of the thyroid
5
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thryoptosis
A
downward displacement (drooping) of the thyroid