Fine Art Print : Goitre, conceptual image
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Goitre, conceptual image
Goitre, conceptual image. Patient holding her neck due to goitre. This is an enlargement of the thyroid gland (coloured) in the neck, usually due to a deficiency of the essential mineral iodine. A strip of ultrasound scans of the area is at lower right. The thyroid gland is responsible for producing iodine-containing hormones that regulate the metabolism. If there is a deficiency of iodine the gland swells and the metabolism is disrupted, leading to weight gain, fatigue, slowed heart rate and depression. Iodine supplements can reverse the condition
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Media ID 6414468
© MIRIAM MASLO/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Composite Diagnosis Diagnostic Diagnostics Holding Neck Painful Scan Scans Sonography Swollen Thyroid Gland Ultra Sound Condition Deficient Disorder Goitre Health Care
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This conceptual image, Goitre, by Science Photo Library, offers a thought-provoking exploration of the human body. Depicting a patient delicately touching her neck, this print brings awareness to the enlargement of the thyroid gland, or goitre, often caused by iodine deficiency. Add this striking piece to your collection and ignite conversations about health and wellness. Embrace the beauty in the intricacies of the human form with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.3cm x 50.8cm (14.7" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful conceptual image captures the painful reality of goitre, a condition characterized by the enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neck. In this photo print, we see a distressed patient holding her neck, highlighting the discomfort and suffering caused by this disease. Goitre is primarily caused by a deficiency of iodine, an essential mineral required for proper thyroid function. The enlarged thyroid gland disrupts metabolism and leads to various symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, slowed heart rate, and depression. This visual representation emphasizes how goitre affects not only physical health but also mental well-being. The lower right corner showcases a strip of ultrasound scans depicting the affected area. These diagnostic images play a crucial role in identifying and diagnosing goitre accurately. By examining these scans, healthcare professionals can determine the severity of iodine deficiency and prescribe appropriate treatment options. Fortunately, there is hope for those suffering from goitre. Iodine supplements have proven effective in reversing this condition by replenishing the deficient mineral levels within the body. This image serves as a reminder that early diagnosis and intervention are vital to managing goitre successfully. Through this composite photograph captured by Science Photo Library, we gain insight into both the medical aspects and human experience associated with goitre—a disorder that impacts countless individuals worldwide regardless of their ethnicity or background.
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