A Goiter Can Be Caused by All of the Following

question 175

Multiple Choice

A goiter can be caused by all of the following EXCEPT ________.

• A)a lack of insulin
• B)an adenoma of the thyroid gland
• C)chronic inflammation
• D)a lack of iodine

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Definitions:

Endogenous Lesions

Lesions or damages originating from within the body, often caused by internal factors such as genetic disorders or disease processes.

Pinpoint Hemorrhages

Small, round spots that appear on the skin as a result of bleeding under the surface, often associated with various medical conditions.

Bleeding Disorders

A group of conditions that affect the blood's ability to clot properly, leading to excessive or prolonged bleeding.

Diameter

A straight line passing from side to side through the center of a body or figure, especially a circle or sphere, and terminating at the circumference or surface.