thyroid size

[misstoes]

I just had an ultrasound done with the following results: right lobe 4.0x1.9x1.9 hypoechoic nodule measuring 5x6mm, with isthmus 5mm

left lobe: 4.0x1.3x1.3 7x5mm mostly cystic nodule in the mid pole...are these findings normal and what is an hypoechoic nodule..I'm off to see  the endo on 8/15

[misstoes]

Just another comment, I have extremely dry skin (like an alligator), my hair has become very coarse (used to be very, very fine), I don't sleep well and am constantly tired...again much thanks

[misstoes]

Thanks for the info, do you think thyroid meds should be started, my Mom had thyroid disease and my sister has it (she also takes meds)..Mom had lupus and so does my sister.  I also have diabetes..just a little worried since I have trouble swallowing and seems like there is always a lump in my throat..again thanks much

[Mark Lupo, M.D.]

This is common in Hashimoto's - these small nodules need to be followed but do not require biopsy at this time.

[misstoes]

I've also been told that I have hashi's...