Question 1

Do solid benign thyroid nodules grow quickly? and could you have normal tsh levels with a solid benign nodule on the thyroid?

Accepted Answer

It is possible to have normal TSH levels, and it is also possible to have abnormal TSH levels. Benign nodules may or may not change in size. Anytime there is a change in nodule size (especially a rapid growth) anywhere on the body, it's good to have it reevaluated by a doctor.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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 4

I have large thyroid nodules. march tsh level =1.39 /free t4 = 15. october levels: tsh level = .91 & free t4 = 14. is it normal for them to drop?

Accepted Answer

All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, the change in values you described is not clinically meaningful.
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Question 5

Lowfever steatorrhea anxiety, benign thyroid nodule, p.o.t.s, wtloss, thyroid levels normal right after pregnan. can it still be hyperthyroid? dr wont check my levels agian till may?! gi-is ruled out.

Accepted Answer

May. Normal TSH rules out hyperthyroidism (function wise). Find ways to calm your nerves - exercise, adequate sleep, humor etc. All you need perhaps is reassurance.

Question 6

Solid heterogeneous thyroid nodule 15mm to 3cm in 2 years and normal tsh levels. if it is cancer, could it have spread over the 2 years? fna tomorrow.

Accepted Answer

Thyroid nodules are a fairly common finding. In the setting of a normal tsh, an fna is the appropriate next step. The good news is the very large majority are benign. An fna is the only way to know for sure though. Best of luck!

Question 7

Besides genetics, what determines the chance of a solid thyroid nodule being cancerous? i have a solid nodule that has grown fast and normal tsh level

Accepted Answer

Risk of cancer is higher in patients < 20 and > 70, and in males. Concern for cancer higher if fixed (non-mobile), fast growing, lymph nodes in the neck, firm/hard, history of neck radiation, problems swallowing/talking/breathing. A TSH that is normal is actually more concerning as well. Typically if > 1cm and normal tsh, biopsy is performed. Especially if any other risk factors present.

Question 8

What caued thyroid nodules?  thyroid is normal size and functions normally...

Accepted Answer

Thyroid nodules are very common.  We do not know why they appear.  They normally do not cause functional changes in the thyroid.  Once they are found, thyroid labs are done and ultrasound is used to evaluate.  Those over 1 cm often get biopsied with fine needle aspiration biopsy.    Luckily, about 95% of nodules are benign.

Question 9

Can a solid thyroid nodule affect my iron levels?

Accepted Answer

There is no relationship here. Have your thyroid  nodule taken care of by your doctor.

Question 10

Can a "normal" thyroid nodule develop abnormal follicular neoplasm cells over time?

Accepted Answer

Ghe tendency for transformation of a nodule in the thyroid gland depends on whether the nodule is solitary or multiple.  The latter for the most part is a goiter and rarely if ever associated with Ca of thyroid.  A solitary nodule has to be examined as to being hot or cold.  If hot and functional Ca essentially doesn't occur.  If the solitary nodule cold, there is a 30% chance of converting to Ca.

Thyroid nodule with normal thyroid levels

Do solid benign thyroid nodules grow quickly? and could you have normal tsh levels with a solid benign nodule on the thyroid?

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

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

I have large thyroid nodules. march tsh level =1.39 /free t4 = 15. october levels: tsh level = .91 & free t4 = 14. is it normal for them to drop?

Lowfever steatorrhea anxiety, benign thyroid nodule, p.o.t.s, wtloss, thyroid levels normal right after pregnan. can it still be hyperthyroid? dr wont check my levels agian till may?! gi-is ruled out.

Solid heterogeneous thyroid nodule 15mm to 3cm in 2 years and normal tsh levels. if it is cancer, could it have spread over the 2 years? fna tomorrow.

Besides genetics, what determines the chance of a solid thyroid nodule being cancerous? i have a solid nodule that has grown fast and normal tsh level

What caued thyroid nodules? thyroid is normal size and functions normally...

Can a solid thyroid nodule affect my iron levels?

Can a "normal" thyroid nodule develop abnormal follicular neoplasm cells over time?

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