Goitre
/ˈɡɔɪtər/
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Pro Tip 1/3Medical Condition
Goitre refers to a specific health issue, not just any neck swelling. 
After the ultrasound, the lump in her neck was identified as a goitre.
Pro Tip 2/3Thyroid Related
Always link goitre with thyroid problems, not other neck issues. 
The campaign raised awareness about the signs of goitre and thyroid health.
Pro Tip 3/3Non-communicable
A goitre isn't contagious; understand it's a medical condition, not an infection. 
He learned that his coworker's goitre posed no risk of transmission to him.