Question 1

are thyroid nodules same as goiter?

Accepted Answer

Not exactly: Thyroid nodules are specific growths coming out of the thyroid gland. A goiter refers to diffuse enlargement of the entire thyroid gland. Nodules and goiters look different on thyroid imaging and usually indicate different problems.

However, one could also have a multinodular goiter, in which the thyroid gland has many nodules that cause the entire gland to be enlarged.

Question 2

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 3

can huge hypervascular thyroid nodule be goiter?

Accepted Answer

Yes: By definition, any enlargement of the thyroid gland is a goiter. So if the nodule is causing the thyroid to be enlarged, there is a goiter. The question is, what is the cause of the nodule? Sounds like a biopsy is in your future.

Question 4

a solid benign thyroid nodule that is not a goiter and normal tsh levels. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Adenoma: If there is a solitary thyroid gland nodule, that has been removed and examined under a microscrope using sections taken from the tumor, is called an adenoma. If there is invasion, then it is a carcinoma. There are some rare benign tumors (teratoma, solitary fibrous tumor, trabecular hyalinizing tumor) that could be a benign thyroid tumor.

Question 5

does a single solid thyroid nodule grow rapidly if it is benign? the nodule is not a goiter. tsh levels are normal.

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Nodule can be benign, but keep monitoring tft, and watch for symptoms.

Question 6

hashimito's plus thyroid nodule. fna benign 1 year ago. repeat ultrasound shows thickened isthmus from what was  4 mm to 6mm. is this same as goiter?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Hashimoto's thyroiditis  is chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis based on  autoimmunity. On gross examination, there is often a hard goitre,  not painful .
 Goiter is an abnormal swelling of thyroid resulting in a lump in the neck. It arises from many  causes, including under- or overactive thyroid, iodine deficiency and, rarely, thyroid cancer  If nodule enlarges and is cold may need bx again

Question 7

can having a goiter and thyroid nodules make you feel unwell. .im so exhausted,  my blood tests are not showing i have an under or over active thyroid?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Nodules of the thyroid usually produce no symptoms unless they are very large and pushing on your breathing or swallowing tube.  If thyroid blood tests are normal, it means that your tiredness is related to something else.  Other common causes are anemia, depression, diabetes, lack of exercise.  You should see your doctor for evaluation.

Question 8

thyroid nodules on ct. us found 10+ nodules, 2 largest about 2.5 cm and are "mixed cystic and solid". dx benign multinodular goiter. followup needed?

Accepted Answer

Watch it yourself: Get acquainted with how your gland feels. If one of the nodules starts getting appreciably bigger while the rest stay the same, get seen. This may happen but isn't likely. Best wishes.

Question 9

i saw 25 doctors for a 3mm thyroid nodule-- every dr said the same thing - benign.  but i couldn't stop going to appts. what's wrong with me?

Accepted Answer

Somatoform illness: You may be suffering from a type of somatoform disorder known as hypochondriasis, which involves excessive worry about having a serious illness. It might help to discuss your worries and anxiety with a therapist to help you understand the reasons for your concerns and help you to cope better with your persistent fears if medical workups have all been negative.

Question 10

how long do thyroid goiters and nodules take to develop?

Accepted Answer

Goiter: Thyroid nodules and goiters are slow growing and take years to grow. However, there could be a more rapid increase in size due to tumors, inflammation, pregnancy, bleeding within the nodules, or thyrotoxicosis (hyper functioning gland). For this reason, once diagnosed, most physicians recommend thyroid nodules/goiters be monitored with annual examination and thyroid ultrasound.

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Hashimito's plus thyroid nodule. fna benign 1 year ago. repeat ultrasound shows thickened isthmus from what was 4 mm to 6mm. is this same as goiter?

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Can having a goiter and thyroid nodules make you feel unwell. .im so exhausted, my blood tests are not showing i have an under or over active thyroid?

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Thyroid nodules on ct. us found 10+ nodules, 2 largest about 2.5 cm and are "mixed cystic and solid". dx benign multinodular goiter. followup needed?

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I saw 25 doctors for a 3mm thyroid nodule-- every dr said the same thing - benign. but i couldn't stop going to appts. what's wrong with me?

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