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## History and Symptoms

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Not all goiters cause signs and symptoms. When symptoms do occur they may include:

* A visible swelling at the base of your neck, the size may range from a single small nodule to large neck lump.
* A tight feeling in your throat
* Cough
* Hoarseness
* Difficulty swallowing
* Shortness of breath
* Fatigue
* Increased appetite
* Nervousness
* Restlessness
* Weight loss
* Muscle cramps

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