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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Body scan test results
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.
Body scan test results
by RA1, May 29, 2007 12:00AM
I had the body scan today after the RAI treatmnet. It says that: The right side has 2 side residue thyroid activity. The left medium cervical part been seen focal escpecially increased activity retained probably metastaci lymph node. USG recommended.
I hope this make sense. Not sure if I need the iodine treatment again or not.
I hope this make sense. Not sure if I need the iodine treatment again or not.
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., May 29, 2007 12:00AM
, May 29, 2007 12:00AM
The I-131 may ablate that node -- would image it with CT or US then repeat imaging in 4-6 months to see if the I-131 took care of it. Then reconsider options -- ie more surgery vs repeat I-131.
Member Comments (2)
by RA1, May 30, 2007 12:00AM
To: Forum-M.D.-MAL
Even if I had TT last month, do I need another surgery? Also, how often one repeat I-131 therapy?
