Question 1

iam 32 i removed half the thyroid gland because of a benign tumor 5yr fulicullar neoplasm  now, i feeling the pulse in the throat when you lay hands?

Accepted Answer

Total thyroid: The lesion that you had removed 5yrs ago probable adenoma for which a new lesion developed in remaining gland.  Bilat recur nerve dissection, attempt to save remaining parathyroids and completion of thyroidectomy needed following which RAI used.  At your age high cure rate with total gland removal.

Question 2

is the lump in my neck a benign tumor?

Accepted Answer

Lump in neck: at any age a lump any  where needs to be evaluated!
have it examined and check for infection or neoplasia
if needed they may want to biopsy it

Question 3

can a thyroid lump present on the side of your neck? one appeared and family history of benign tumors on thyroid

Accepted Answer

In Mets: The thyroid gland is a midline neck structure sitting on the larynx or Adams Apple.  When on swallows the thyroid gland moves up so that any pathology noted is known to become elevated higher in the midline neck.  If the mass you are palpating in the side of the neck region does not move as noted, think of  metastatic nodal pathology which must be evaluated.  Neck scan and bx necessary.

Question 4

is it possbile that the lump i have in my neck could be just a benign tumor, or a unharmful growth?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is possible.  An examination and review of the history of the lesion will go a long way toward determining if a biopsy is indicated.

Question 5

benign tumors stays benign forever?

Accepted Answer

Depends on type: Most benign tumors stay benign. There are certain benign tumors that care rarely progress into a malignant growth.

Question 6

describe the features of a benign tumor.?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Benign = non-cancer. Tumor = mass.  So, the features of a non-cancerous mass depend on what it is -- that is what cell it is derived from, location, etc.

Question 7

do benign tumors arise by transformation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All tumors arise from normal pre existing cells that have undergone some form of transformation.  Several oncogenes are turned on to present the benign as well as malignant lesion with immortality.  In the case of the malignant tumor additional changes allow for matrix metalloproteinase to be produced to dissolve  walls of  blood vessels for metastasis and convert e-cadherin to small e cad.

Question 8

could benign tumors still kill you?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Benign tumors, especially in the brain , can kill  you as they can grow and damage adjacent brain or cause increased  pressure on the brain.  Benign lung or GI tumors can cause obstructive pneumonia or bowel obstruction with dire consequences.  Benign tumors in virtually any organ can cause irreparable damage if growth is unchecked or the tumors are not removed. Expert consultation is important.

Question 9

what are the chances of a benign tumor turning malignant?

Accepted Answer

Highly dependent: This is highly dependent on the location, type of tumor, and treatment of the benign tumor.

Question 10

are benign tumors in the lungs rare?

Accepted Answer

No: Benign lung nodules are not rare and are found during routine chest x-rays or, more likely ct scans.  The most common are hamartomas or adenomas that are totally innocent if they are in the outer lung as usual but can block a lung if they are in one of the bronchial tubes.  Although, pet scans can help determine that these are benign, some require surgical removal to assure that they are benign.

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Iam 32 i removed half the thyroid gland because of a benign tumor 5yr fulicullar neoplasm now, i feeling the pulse in the throat when you lay hands?

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Is the lump in my neck a benign tumor?

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Can a thyroid lump present on the side of your neck? one appeared and family history of benign tumors on thyroid

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Is it possbile that the lump i have in my neck could be just a benign tumor, or a unharmful growth?

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Benign tumors stays benign forever?

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Describe the features of a benign tumor.?

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Do benign tumors arise by transformation?

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Could benign tumors still kill you?

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What are the chances of a benign tumor turning malignant?

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Are benign tumors in the lungs rare?

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