Question 1

i have heterogeneous thyroid with some mild echogenic small nodules in the left lobe what does this mean?

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Size matters: Hi. Echogenic heterogeneity in the thyroid is commonly seen in autoimmune thyroid conditions, most often Hashimoto's. Small nodules (defined as

Question 2

what do thyroid us results mean? homogeneous echogenicity. multiple nodules bilaterally, no cysts id'd. heterogeneous parenchyma w/bilateral nodules.

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Thyroid nodules: Did they measure the largest nodules? Thyroid nodules are fairly common, and the vast majority of them are not cancerous, but if one is above 1 cm, a biopsy may be considered (there's some variation in how thyroid nodules are managed). Some can give you hyperthyroidism. I'd speak with your doctor or an endocrinologist about further steps.

Question 3

what does this mean?
no discrete nodules within the thyroid gland although, heterogeneous echogenicity of the thyroid gland is noted. there is increased vascularity of the thyroid gland which is nonspecific?

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: Heterogeneity of the thyroid gland is nonspecific, but is seen in conditions which diffusely affect the thyroid gland such as hyperthyroidism and thyroiditis.

Question 4

liver cirrhosis- demostrates heterogenous coarse echotexture with nodular outline, echogenic foci are seen, what does it means and need advise.

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Cirrhosis: It means that the liver is not functioning well. You need to be evaluated soon by a liver specialist and will need further testing to find out reason why you developed this condition. Also you need to get evaluated to find if there are any complications has developed due to cirrhosis.

Question 5

normal ft4, high calcium (10.9). everything else normal but very low d. thyroid ultrasound shows mild heterogeneous parenchymal echogenicity; no nodules. lots of symptoms and family history on moms side. should i see an endo?

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: I would talk with your primary care doctor about whether seeing an endocrinologist is worth your time. Your free T4 is normal which means your symptoms are not due to insufficient thyroid hormone. I would consider talking with your PCP to explore the reason for your symptoms. It is often helpful to explore the lifestyle closely  (diet, sleep, stress, movement).

Question 6

thyroid ultrasound shows heterogenous hypervascular echogenicity. no nodules. thyroid labs were normal. any ideas on what this is?

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What thyoid labs?: There are many thyroid labs and most docs do not check enough of them? This ultrasound is consistent with grave's disease and thyroiditis. With grave's standard thyroid tests would usually be abnormal but might look ok with thyroiditis. Please make sure anti-thyroid antibodies (anti-tpo and anti-thyroglobulin) have been checked, as well as free t3 (liothyronine) and reverse t3 (liothyronine).

Question 7

my wife had a thyroid ultrasound and showed heterogenous echogenicity, hypervascular thyroid gland.no masses or nodules. any thoughts on what this is?

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Could be Hashimoto's: Is the gland normal is size or enlarged?  If normal-sized, could be hashimoto's.  If enlarged it could be grave's disease, both of which are autoimmune diseases.  She should find out if she's hypo- or hyperthyroid and have additional testing to see if she has hashimoto's.

Question 8

went for ultrasound scan due to pain on right ribcage area n the results showed 2x1.8cm of heterogeneously echogenic nodules in my liver.i don't drink alcohol n any treatment? will i be ok?

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Depends: All depends on the nature of your liver nodules. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 9

what does echogenic nodule in kidney mean?

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Not a CYST: A nodule in the kidney represents a mass which needs to be evaluated. If it is a simple cyst then it can be assumed to be benign. An echogenic nodule is something other than a simple cyst and usually means it is solid and requires further evaluation, usually by ct.

Question 10

what is an echogenic nodule?

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Bright: Echogenic means brighter or whiter than the tissues around it. Hypoechoic would mean darker or blacker than the tissues around it.

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I have heterogeneous thyroid with some mild echogenic small nodules in the left lobe what does this mean?

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What do thyroid us results mean? homogeneous echogenicity. multiple nodules bilaterally, no cysts id'd. heterogeneous parenchyma w/bilateral nodules.

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What does this mean? no discrete nodules within the thyroid gland although, heterogeneous echogenicity of the thyroid gland is noted. there is increased vascularity of the thyroid gland which is nonspecific?

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Liver cirrhosis- demostrates heterogenous coarse echotexture with nodular outline, echogenic foci are seen, what does it means and need advise.

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Normal ft4, high calcium (10.9). everything else normal but very low d. thyroid ultrasound shows mild heterogeneous parenchymal echogenicity; no nodules. lots of symptoms and family history on moms side. should i see an endo?

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Thyroid ultrasound shows heterogenous hypervascular echogenicity. no nodules. thyroid labs were normal. any ideas on what this is?

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My wife had a thyroid ultrasound and showed heterogenous echogenicity, hypervascular thyroid gland.no masses or nodules. any thoughts on what this is?

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Went for ultrasound scan due to pain on right ribcage area n the results showed 2x1.8cm of heterogeneously echogenic nodules in my liver.i don't drink alcohol n any treatment? will i be ok?

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What does echogenic nodule in kidney mean?

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