Question 1

how can a thyroid gland grow back?

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Glands grow: If not all of the thyroid was removed, the remnant will likely grow back, especially if the TSH was slightly high or normal (tsh is a stimulus to growth).  Surgery usually does not remove every last cell of the thyroid, even if it is called a "total thyroidectomy".  See your endocrinologist.

Question 2

what does a lumpy thyroid gland mean?

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Can mean many things: A lumpy thyroid gland may have a nodule or nodules that can either be benign or cancer.  Frequently when you have multiple lumps in the thyroid it is due to what is known as a multinodular goiter, which is benign, that is not cancer.  However, the usual approach is to get an ultrasound of the thyroid and evaluate the nodule or nodules.  A biopsy may be necessary.

Question 3

how to make your thyroid gland work again?

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Not much you can do: If your thyroid gland has failed, there is not much you can do.  If the cause is hashimoto's thyroiditis, it is usually progressive and you become hypothyroid forever (although thyroid levels can go up/down for a while initially).  There is a form of "subacute thyroiditis" which can make you hypo transiently, and then you recover.

Question 4

where does thyroid gland locate at in our body?

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Your nec.k: At right underneath the adams apple is the thyroid gland. In areas where iodine is low, patients can develop a goiter, an enlarged thyroid. Their neck will appear visibly larger.

Question 5

why does thyroid gland start functioning less in our body?

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Underactive thyroid: There are different causes for it but hashimoto's thyroid disease (autoimmune) is the most common one.  It runs in the family.  It needs to be diagnosed and treated if you are trying to conceive or during pregnancy.  It can be diagnosed on a blood test.

Question 6

is it possible for my thyroid gland be affecting my weight?

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Hypothyroid ?: The master gland can influence metabolism, mood and other systems. Wise to have a full physical-do request thyroid function studies. Prior to the physical one is wise to keep a daily diary of mood/ weight/ daily activities including all meal+ choices to gain insight into the mystery of the scale.

Question 7

could you tell me the pros and cons of having your thyroid gland removed?

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It depends: The cons are your thyroid level will drop and you will need life-long replacement with brand name t4. You also have the risks of surgery. The pros depend upon the medical indications that you need the surgery. This should be discussed in detail with your endocrinologist and your potential surgeon before making a decision.

Question 8

symptoms of swollen thyroid gland?

Accepted Answer

Goiter: An enlarged thyroid gland is called a goiter.  Symptoms can be related to overactive thyroid function or underactive. Overactive symptoms include shakiness, palpitations, diarrhea, sweats, nervousness. Underactive symptoms include fatigue, weight gain, constipation, coarse hair and skin. If your gland is enlarged you should see your doctor.

Question 9

are all thyroid gland nodules harmless?

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Thyroid nodules: A very small percentage of thyroid nodules can be cancer.  That is why your doctor will examine them with ultrasound and perform needle aspiration biopsy on them.   If the nodule is suspicious appearing, it may need to be surgically removed.  However, most are harmless.  You may need to see an endocrinologist.

Question 10

how is calcitonin found in the thyroid gland?

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Adjacent: Parafollicular cells manufacture calcitonin. They are adjacent to follicular cells and not actually part of the thyroid gland. Parathyroid glands are also located on the thyroid gland but aren't part of the thyroid. Parathyroid hormone and calcitonin help regulate calcium balance in the body.

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