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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
Hashimoto's and large goiter
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.
Hashimoto's and large goiter
by wdsmith32, Nov 16, 2006 12:00AM
I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's about 6 months ago. I just seen an endocrinologist for the first time yesterday. After feeling my thyroid his first question was "have you ever had a biopsy"? He stated that it was larger on my right side. I am scheduled for a ultrasound and possible biopsy. Is this routine for someone with an enlarged thyroid on one side or should I be concerned? I am not really sure what I should expect. Any suggestions will be appreciated as I am very concerned.
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Nov 16, 2006 12:00AM
, Nov 16, 2006 12:00AM
Most likely it's just the hashi (inflammatory changes) but if US shows a discrete nodule, I do an FNA.
Ideally the endo has US in the office and performs the US himself, tells you the findings and then can do an US-guided FNA in the office if necessary.
Ideally the endo has US in the office and performs the US himself, tells you the findings and then can do an US-guided FNA in the office if necessary.
