Question 1

can a goiter grow on only one side of the neck?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Goiter is simply the term for an enlarged thyroid.  Usually it is bilateral (both sides) but you can have marked difference from one side or the other.  One sided masses of the thyroid are more concerning for a thyroid cancer, and so should be evaluated at least with an ultrasound, and perhaps with a needle biopsy.

Question 2

is it common to get a goiter on one side of neck or rare?

Accepted Answer

Goiter: Goiter is common, and can be asymmetric. However, enlarged thyroid just on one side may also have a different cause - important to get it checked out. A scan or a biopsy may be needed!

Question 3

i have a 2cm complex cyctic multinodule goiter on my right thyroid and a 4 cm one on my left side no calcifications what are the chances its cancer ?

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Cancer risk: Each nodule has a 5% chance of cancer.  Your nodules are large and should be evaluated (biopsy).  Keep in mind that the bigger the nodule, the higher the risk that the biopsy will come back negative (benign) although the cancer is still there (false negative).  You are very young and if the nodules are causing some compressive symptoms now, surgery might be a good option for you.

Question 4

i have had an mri, thyroid ultrasound and now a ct w/ &w/o contrast. determination, multinodular goiter. 2 complex one on each side.  1.6cm and 1.3cm..am i correct in thinking these need to be biopsied?  no thyroid cancer in family, but throat cancer,  an

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If these are: discrete nodules, next step is fine needle aspiration.  Depending on the size of the thyroid gland and other studies, you might need to undergo thyroidectomy.  Consult with your endocrinologist for specific advice.  Chances of these being cancer is probably low.

Question 5

i have 5 "nodules" in my thyroid, 2 of which have grown their own vascular rims.  how serious is this? i have 5 "nodules" "goiters" or whatever word d'jour pops up.  two of these growths have grown their own vascular rim, and no one is doing anything.  i

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Your : Your thyroid situation needs to be thoroughly evaluated. The vascular rims per se are not in and of themselves serious. If there is increased blood flow inside the nodules, that would be more worrisome. However, your symptoms indicate there could be significant thyroid problems which would need to be addressed soon. I suggest you see an endocrinologist.

Question 6

what is the difference between thyroid nodules (thyroid normal size with several nodules on left an right side) and goiter?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid: Thyroid nodules are projections from the gland can be 'hot' or 'cold' meaning they may or may not function and produce hormone. These need follow up. Goiter is when the gland is enlarged and this can occur from iodine deficiency and other entities.

Question 7

i got thyroid goiter nodules on my right side and the size  is 1.2x 3.2mmand now this over 2 year so please advice me for the further treatment?

Accepted Answer

Goiter: You may need to have this checked again soon by your doctor. You probably should have blood test, including a TSH, Free T4, and Free T3, (liothyronine) as well as have your doctor order another ultrasound of your thyroid, to see if the nodules are bigger or mores suspicious, or to see if you now have nodules on the left side as well.

Question 8

off hypothyroid meds for uptake scan.nodule on my thyroid and both are goitered.still 20days til scan.thyroid is getting bigger on nodule side.advice?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy: I'd recommend a thin needle biopsy of the nodule.

Question 9

how did a thyroid goiter and nodules grow so fast. 5 months! was just diagnosed 6 days ago with hyperthyroidism?

Accepted Answer

Toxic nodular Goiter: Toxic nodular goiter can hide a 10-20% risk of thyroid cancer. Need a beta-blocker like propranolol to control some symptoms like rapid heart rate to prevent heart failure.

http://www.thyroid.org/patient-thyroid-information/ct-for-patients/vol-6-issue-11/vol-6-issue-11-p-6-7/

http://www.endocrine.niddk.nih.gov/pubs/Hyperthyroidism/

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000317.htm

Question 10

i have been treated for osteoporosis 4 years ago. now my hips i-e greater trochanters hurt when i lay on my sides. i also have a small goiter diagnosed as enlarged thyroid. plz prescribe

Accepted Answer

Probable bursitis: Probably inflammation of bursae around the greater trochanter  of the femur.

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Can a goiter grow on only one side of the neck

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Is it common to get a goiter on one side of neck or rare?

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I have a 2cm complex cyctic multinodule goiter on my right thyroid and a 4 cm one on my left side no calcifications what are the chances its cancer ?

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I have had an mri, thyroid ultrasound and now a ct w/ &w/o contrast. determination, multinodular goiter. 2 complex one on each side. 1.6cm and 1.3cm..am i correct in thinking these need to be biopsied? no thyroid cancer in family, but throat cancer, an

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I have 5 "nodules" in my thyroid, 2 of which have grown their own vascular rims. how serious is this? i have 5 "nodules" "goiters" or whatever word d'jour pops up. two of these growths have grown their own vascular rim, and no one is doing anything. i

A member asked:

What is the difference between thyroid nodules (thyroid normal size with several nodules on left an right side) and goiter?

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I got thyroid goiter nodules on my right side and the size is 1.2x 3.2mmand now this over 2 year so please advice me for the further treatment?

A member asked:

Off hypothyroid meds for uptake scan.nodule on my thyroid and both are goitered.still 20days til scan.thyroid is getting bigger on nodule side.advice?

A member asked:

How did a thyroid goiter and nodules grow so fast. 5 months! was just diagnosed 6 days ago with hyperthyroidism?

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I have been treated for osteoporosis 4 years ago. now my hips i-e greater trochanters hurt when i lay on my sides. i also have a small goiter diagnosed as enlarged thyroid. plz prescribe

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