How to Check Your Neck for Early Detection of Thyroid Disease
By Mary Shomon, About.com
Created: January 12, 2006
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Feel the area around the thyroid to see if you can detect any enlargement, bumps or lumps.
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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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