Dr just called with RAIU results...trying to understand

[kjoanderson]

The RAIU iodine uptake read normal. When the Dr read the image it seems I have 5 nodes; one large and the other four smaller. The last test results were TSH .56 [0.45 - 3.8] T4 .78 [.82 - 1.8] T3 3.0 [2.2 - 4.5]

He believes the one node is producing the right amount of thyroid hormone and is adaquately suppressing the TSH. With my T4 low, I do not believe it is. I believe this Central Hypothyroidism as my TSH has remained in the 0.40 to 0.60 area when my T4 was 0.5 last year.

Are nodes reliable to produce the same amount? Shouldn't I be supplemented for the thyroid since the T4 is low?

[MANmom]

You must post how large the nodules are, what are the characteristics of each. The uptake test does nothing to tell you what it is, only if your thyroid is working.  I believe hyper means it is solid, any other descriptions are important, so if you have more information on the size, shape, etc, it would help.

[goolarra]

I'm a little confused.  Do you have a toxic nodule, also known as a toxic adenoma?  

How do you feel?  Do you have hypo symptoms?

[ummhun]

Hi I think you should find someone who will treat it. Try asking a thyroid support group like real thyroid help online.

[kjoanderson]

Sorry some deleted....The Image shows that the large node is hyper and "carrying" te rest of the nodes as the other nodes as well as the thyroid gland itself is not doing much at all. Should I consider getting this taken out?