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As with other thyroid-related problems, nodules are more common in women than men and the risk in both sexes increases with age. Most thyroid nodules do not cause any symptoms. However, if they grow large enough, they can cause swelling in the neck and lead to breathing and swallowing difficulties, pain, and goiter.
Graves' Disease. Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. It's an autoimmune disorder in which an antibody causes the thyroid gland to make too much thyroid hormone. Experts aren't sure what causes Graves' disease. The condition is more common in women and runs in families.