it means the tissue is more dense [harder] then the rest of the gland [known as pseudo-nodule] but it is NOT a real nodule. Such observation is common among the people who are having thyroid inflammation.
Sorry to bother you again. But I've been swinging between borderline highs, lows, and normals all year with the TSH, but have no antibodies. I have also just been diagnosed with Sjogren's and have been going through a premature menopause all at the same time. Docs have said eventually my thyroid will settle one way or the other or might settle even normal when I have finished this premature menopause which they say is putting pressure on my thyroid. But when you say inflammation, do you know if the lobule problem is more likely to be seen with hypo or hyper in these situations? Thanks by the way 898 for your prompt response it's much appreciated.