Diffusely Enlarged, Soft Goiter
The entire thyroid gland is noticeably swollen but remains soft and pliable under the fingers, commonly associated with Graves' disease.
Description
The practitioner stands behind the patient and uses both hands to gently feel the thyroid gland while the patient swallows. Originating from foundational physical medicine, this hands-on technique checks for abnormal growth or nodules. It is a critical first step in physically identifying hyperactive thyroid enlargement.