Thyroid nodules. I realize that not all questions can be answered individually, but if you would address this on your site I would appreciate it. A little over a year ago I noticed a lump on the right side of my neck. This last month I had an ultrasound which showed nodules. I have an appt with an endocrinologist in June. What can I do to get rid of them? Is surgery the only way? Was this once called goiter? Any info on this would be appreciated.
Some nodules and cysts will reduce with adequate iodine levels in the body. Most of us are iodine deficient, so it is reasonable to take 10 to 25 mg of iodine a day for the next 6 to 12 months to see if it makes a difference.
A nodule is usually not anything to be worried about, although your local doctor needs to interpret it. Simple nodules do not produce thyroid hormone, or interfere with the thyroid gland in any way.
If it is a cosmetic nuisance, then it can be surgically removed.
A goiter is enlargement of the thyroid gland itself, usually related to a severe iodine deficiency. A nodule is not a goiter.
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My doctor says I can get all the vitamins and minerals I need from my food. What is your opinion on this?
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1 Ruth Allen // Jul 9, 2010 at 10:31 am
My symptoms were just like these. The lump on my throat was small but noticable. It turned out to be two large tumors and a goider. Surgery removed them all and biopsy showed an agressive type of cancer. I’m grateful but must have tests done yearly for the rest of my life to see if it has spread. My first test is this September. After a year I have adjusted to the synthetic hormones and feel good. I wish her well.
Ruth
2 Barbara Craig // Jul 15, 2010 at 11:32 am
I am allergic to iodine, topically applied and seafood. I use salt without iodine What are the implications to a reduced iodine diet?
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