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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
>4cm solid nudule found on lelt thyroid - also going through chemo for ovarian ca.
Answered by
Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
Questions in the Thyroid forum are answered by Mark Lupo, MD. Topics covered include Goiter, Graves Disease, Hyperthyroid, Parathyroid/Calcium Problems, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodules/Cysts, Thyroiditis, Thyroid & Pregnancy, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroid Tests, and Thyroid Surgery.
>4cm solid nudule found on lelt thyroid - also going through chemo for ovarian ca.
by nalanala, Feb 09, 2007 12:00AM
Mass seems to have doubled in size post TAH/BSO. Feeling pressure but no pain to speak of. Ultrasound states '4.2x2.5x2.9cm solid heterogenously echogenic nodule contining a small calcifcation.' ...and then goes on to state a recommendation for biopsy "due to its size.'
Thyroid function tests all WNL. Mother had throid ca at age 29. I am 47. My primary gave a referral for a general surgeon who can't see me for another week and they don't seem to feel an urgency.
Should I be worried and would ovarian ca have anything to do with this mass developing?
Thanks so much.. I really feel scared.
Barbara
Thyroid function tests all WNL. Mother had throid ca at age 29. I am 47. My primary gave a referral for a general surgeon who can't see me for another week and they don't seem to feel an urgency.
Should I be worried and would ovarian ca have anything to do with this mass developing?
Thanks so much.. I really feel scared.
Barbara
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Feb 10, 2007 12:00AM
, Feb 10, 2007 12:00AM
Another week is probably fine -- biopsy is indicated but cancer rate is only about 10-15% in this type of situation. Ovarian CA would not likely be related.
I dont know about the oviran cancer connection... as nodules are very common. I had a 3.0 cm nodule remove 3 weeks ago along with the whole right lobe, as it was benign.. though thryoid cancer is very curable, most are 85% benign. FNA are very painless little piches.. I wish you the best of luck and may the lord bless you with good health and blessings! Best of luck ~~~~~ Stay stong & positive =)
Kelly
I had total thyroidectomy in August for thyroid cancer. Two comments here: Most thyroid cancers are very slow growing, so you have time, try not to worry. I know that is easier said than done. It sounds like you have so much on your plate right now. I will keep you in my prayers.
Second of all, don't know if you have had FNA yet or not, but MINE was not painless little pinches. My cancer had been there long enough that there was calcification and it hurt like a big dog. I also think it depends on the doc doing the FNA as well.
I can only imagine how you must be feeling right now, so just remember that thyroid cancer is very very treatable and curable in some cases.
Good luck on your journey
Charley