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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Can a thyroid cyst rupture?
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.
Can a thyroid cyst rupture?
by bozcrew, Aug 24, 2008 01:29PM
Dear Dr. Lipo,
I had a thyroid cyst drained along with nodule biopsy just over 3 weeks ago. The cyst was over 4.3cm. It has now come back and is just as large as before, but I now have pain along with the uncomfortable choking feeling. It seems like it is getting bigger every day. My next appointment with the Endo is Sept. 16th.
My question is: Can thyroid cysts rupture? Can they just get too big and pop? If so, what happens and is it dangerous?
I need to know if I should try and get into to see the doctor sooner. I was told that I need a repeat biopsy because the first test wasn't conclusive.
Thank you,
Sandy
I had a thyroid cyst drained along with nodule biopsy just over 3 weeks ago. The cyst was over 4.3cm. It has now come back and is just as large as before, but I now have pain along with the uncomfortable choking feeling. It seems like it is getting bigger every day. My next appointment with the Endo is Sept. 16th.
My question is: Can thyroid cysts rupture? Can they just get too big and pop? If so, what happens and is it dangerous?
I need to know if I should try and get into to see the doctor sooner. I was told that I need a repeat biopsy because the first test wasn't conclusive.
Thank you,
Sandy
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Aug 25, 2008 05:55AM
, Aug 25, 2008 05:55AM
They don't usually rupture - if they do, it causes more swelling and pain but then usually the body resorbs the fluid.
The options are surgical removal or PEI (ethanol injection -- good procedure, but hard to find a doctor who can perform it) -- would first need a good biopsy proving it's negative before the PEI.
Unless surgery is planned, it sounds like a repeat biopsy/drainage is in order.
The options are surgical removal or PEI (ethanol injection -- good procedure, but hard to find a doctor who can perform it) -- would first need a good biopsy proving it's negative before the PEI.
Unless surgery is planned, it sounds like a repeat biopsy/drainage is in order.
Thank you very much for your answer. I'm sorry that I spelled your name incorrectly in my first email. I am sleep deprived due to worry over my thyroid issues.
Sincerely,
Sandy
I forgot one more question. If there is cancer somewhere is this large cyst and it bursts, could it spread the cancer throughout my body?
Sincerely,
Sandy
If there is cancer somewhere in this large cyst and it pops, can it spread the cancer throughout my body?
Thank you,
Sandy