Tina
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                        
                        
                        Yes the lump you feel is a goiter.  I had thyroid nodules and they make you feel a lump in your throat.  There are lots of different ways to treat, I am sure your doctor will help.  I had a biopsy of mine, and then used thyroid medication to shrink them.