Definition
goitred
adjective
- affected by or having a goiter; suffering from an enlarged thyroid gland
Usage: medical/clinical term; also spelled 'goitrous' in some contexts
Examples
- The goitred patient was referred to an endocrinologist for treatment.
- Iodine deficiency can lead to goitred conditions in populations without adequate dietary intake.
- The doctor examined the goitred neck and ordered thyroid function tests.
- Goitred individuals may experience difficulty swallowing or breathing.
- Historical records show that goitred populations were common in mountainous regions before iodized salt became available.