Question 1

can a thyroglossal cyst cause weight problems?

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No: These are nuisance lesions that are left over from the descent of the gland from the mouth of the unborn child.  Unless infection or surgery has destroyed the entire thyroid gland, which is very unlikely, look elsewhere for the cause of weight gain -- or as is most common, see what happens to your weight when you pursue some sort of exercise that you enjoy.

Question 2

if there is no problem for thyroglossal cyst & doctor suggest to operation -will it better for me to operation?

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Thyroglossal Cyst: Most surgeons recommend removal because there is a small (1 percent) chance of conversion to malignancy. However, its would not be unreasonable to observe either. Other factors that direct surgical intervention include the size of the cyst and presence of symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, recurrent infections, shortness of breath, lump in the neck, and also if there is a concern for a tumor.

Question 3

what is a thyroglossal cyst?

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Rudimentary duct: Thyroglossal duct cyst is a rudimentary duct located at the dorsal base of the tongue at foramen coecum.  It goes down to the thyroid cartilage.  Usually it is asymptomatic but may get infected and interfere with swallowing, breathing, etc.  The treatment is surgical and involves incision on the neck with removal of the entire cyst with the anterior portion of hyoid bone to prevent recurrence.

Question 4

how can i treat thyroglossal cyst ?

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Surgery: Thyroglossal duct cysts can not be treated with medicine and do not go away on their own.  Cancers in thyroglossal duct cysts have also been reported.

Question 5

what do you recommend for thyroglossal cyst ?

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See you doc: A thyroglossal duct cyst is a neck mass or lump that develops from cells and tissues remaining after the formation of the thyroid gland. It is most commonly diagnosed in childhood after an upper respiratory infection when it enlarges and becomes painful. Treatment can involve just simple antibiotics or, in some cases surgery. See your doc for an evaluation and to form a treatment plan.

Question 6

my sister says she has thyroglossal cyst . what is that?

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Thyroglossal cyst: A thyroglossal cyst (or thyroglossal duct cyst) is due to a congenital defect in which the embryonic tissue of the thyroid gland did not complete its process of differentiation in the normal manner. The defect is present at birth, but the symptoms of a nontender swelling in the midline in the front of the neck can develop at any time during life. Treatment is surgical removal of the cyst.

Question 7

what are the most common symptoms of thyroglossal cyst ?

Accepted Answer

Soft lump under chin: This is the most common finding...You may not have any symptom at all beside a lump, relatively soft/cystic, under your chin area.
If infected, can cause pain.
If grows too large, can cause trouble with swallowing and even breathing....So check with your doc.
Good luck.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: thyroglossal cyst?

Accepted Answer

Definition: A thyroglossal cyst is a fibrous cyst that forms from a persistent thyroglossal duct. It is a developmental anomaly. See an ENT doc for assessment.

Question 9

how long does it take to heal from thyroglossal cyst sistrunk procedure?

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Fairly quickly: Within a week back to 80% and back to work. Completely healed about 6 weeks.

Question 10

how long does it take for the sistrunk procedure or fo the renoval of the thyroglossal cyst?

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Not long: 30-45 minutes or longer depending on complexity. It is a fairly quick procedure.

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