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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
multinodular goitre and pituitary prolactinoma
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.
multinodular goitre and pituitary prolactinoma
by englishmum, Jan 23, 2007 12:00AM
Hi, found this website searching for information about thyroid problems and it has been really helpful in learning more about my thyroid problem.
i was diagnosed with multinodular goitre 14 months ago. I have also been on treatment for hyperprolactinaemia for about 9 years (cabergoline).
Had FNA in December 2005 followed by ultrasound a few weeks later. FNA inconclusive and scan showed a 10mm diameter nodule and another smaller one. The smaller one has signs of calcification.
Had repeat FNA in December 2006 and ultrasound scan last week. No results back from FNA as yet. Dominant nodule slightly larger 11-12mm and signs of calcification remain in th eother nodule. Neck/thyroid becoming generally uncomfortable.
I haven't had any blood tests done since December 2005 and they were OK (don't know the exact results)
Am seeing an ENT specialist for nodules and Endocrinologist for hyperprolactinaemia.
Is there a connection between the 2 conditions? What sort of questions sould I be asking the doctors next time i see them? Should i get blood tests repeated? Is the calcification in the nodule a problem?
In the UK we get told very little, which is why i'm searching for answers.
Many thanks for your help and answers.
i was diagnosed with multinodular goitre 14 months ago. I have also been on treatment for hyperprolactinaemia for about 9 years (cabergoline).
Had FNA in December 2005 followed by ultrasound a few weeks later. FNA inconclusive and scan showed a 10mm diameter nodule and another smaller one. The smaller one has signs of calcification.
Had repeat FNA in December 2006 and ultrasound scan last week. No results back from FNA as yet. Dominant nodule slightly larger 11-12mm and signs of calcification remain in th eother nodule. Neck/thyroid becoming generally uncomfortable.
I haven't had any blood tests done since December 2005 and they were OK (don't know the exact results)
Am seeing an ENT specialist for nodules and Endocrinologist for hyperprolactinaemia.
Is there a connection between the 2 conditions? What sort of questions sould I be asking the doctors next time i see them? Should i get blood tests repeated? Is the calcification in the nodule a problem?
In the UK we get told very little, which is why i'm searching for answers.
Many thanks for your help and answers.
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Jan 28, 2007 12:00AM
, Jan 28, 2007 12:00AM
Nodules are not likely to be connected to the pituitary problem. Calcium deposits are usually a sign of the nodule being there a long time (usually benign). Blood tests for thyroid function and prolactin level should be done routinely.
The endocrinologists can usually follow both the nodules and the prolactin.
The endocrinologists can usually follow both the nodules and the prolactin.
