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Thyroid nodule
Hi:
A thyroid ultrasound was performed where the findings just indicated that I have a 11X7X10 mm solid nodule in the left lobe with internal calcifications and borderline vascularity. The findings also indicate that the "thyroid gland is slightly heterogenous and somewhat prominent in size." The impression results indicate "solid nodule with calcifications and increased vascularity in the left gland." My left lobe is 45X17X16mm and my right lobe is 45X14X17mm. Isthmus is 4mm.
My endocrinologist will perform a biopsy on next week. I am freaking out a little bit because this came out of nowhere. I don't really have symptoms other than a dull tightness in my throat, which I feel once in a while. After this ultrasound, I have become very sensitive to that area and have started feeling all kind of sensations.
Can you please let me know what the ultrasound results mean? What are the chances of malignancy? What can be expected from here?
Thank you so much!
A thyroid ultrasound was performed where the findings just indicated that I have a 11X7X10 mm solid nodule in the left lobe with internal calcifications and borderline vascularity. The findings also indicate that the "thyroid gland is slightly heterogenous and somewhat prominent in size." The impression results indicate "solid nodule with calcifications and increased vascularity in the left gland." My left lobe is 45X17X16mm and my right lobe is 45X14X17mm. Isthmus is 4mm.
My endocrinologist will perform a biopsy on next week. I am freaking out a little bit because this came out of nowhere. I don't really have symptoms other than a dull tightness in my throat, which I feel once in a while. After this ultrasound, I have become very sensitive to that area and have started feeling all kind of sensations.
Can you please let me know what the ultrasound results mean? What are the chances of malignancy? What can be expected from here?
Thank you so much!
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
This is a small nodule.
You need to wait for the FNA results before making any recommendations or decisions.
Given the background heterogeneity and slight prominence, would ask about Hashimoto's.
You need to wait for the FNA results before making any recommendations or decisions.
Given the background heterogeneity and slight prominence, would ask about Hashimoto's.
Thank you Dr. Lupo for your insight.
One additional information. :) I have anxiety issues/panic attacks, severe at times, since the last 7 years and it is managed by Pristiq. I wonder if my anxiety has anything to do with my thyroid. Thank you Doctor!
I am a 42 yo, male, 5'-11", 178#s. I am fit and exercise regularly and follow a healthy diet.
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