The Etiologic Factors of Simple Goiter Include

Question

The etiologic factors of simple goiter include:
A) Dietary iodine deficiency.
B) Ingestion of goitrogens.
C) Inadequate secretion of thyroid hormones T3and T4.
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Simple goiter can be caused by a variety of factors including dietary iodine deficiency, ingestion of goitrogens, and inadequate secretion of thyroid hormones T₃ and T₄. Therefore, option D, "All of the above" is the best choice.