Squamous cell carcinoma: A common form of skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma may begin as an ulcer that wonât heal, or an abnormal growth. It usually develops in sun-exposed areas. Herpes: The herpes viruses HSV-1 and HSV-2 can cause periodic blisters or skin irritation around the lips or the genitals.
goitre. n. 1. (Pathology) pathol a swelling of the thyroid gland, in some cases nearly doubling the size of the neck, usually caused by under-or overproduction of hormone by the gland. [C17: from French goitre, from Old French goitron, ultimately from Latin guttur throat].
A goitre is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. This gland is situated at the front of the throat, below the Adamâs apple (larynx). It comprises two lobes that lie on either side of the windpipe and are joined in front by an isthmus.