How to Check Your Neck for Early Detection of Thyroid Disease
By Mary Shomon, About.com Guide
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Millions of Americans have undiagnosed thyroid problems. To help with early detection, you can perform a simple self-exam. Checking your neck can in some cases help you find lumps or enlargements in the neck that may point to thyroid conditions, including nodules, goiter and thyroid cancer. Here is how to do a thyroid neck check.
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- Why You Should Check Your Neck?
- Stand in front of a mirror
- Stretch your neck back
- Swallow water
- Look for enlargement in the neck
- Feel area to confirm enlargement or bump
- If a problem is detected, see an doctor
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