Question 1

if the thyroid gland is swollen on one side, is it that side that's hyper functioning ?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: You can't tell if something is hyperfunctioning from thephysical appearance of the gland.  A thyroid scan is the best method to suggest whether or not a lobe is hyperfunctioning.

Question 2

can one side of your thyroid gland be bigger than the other? when i feel both sides the right side feels more bumpy and swollen

Accepted Answer

Yes, possible!: Hi. You could have an asymmetric diffuse goiter or a nodule on one side. Do you have a thyroid diagnosis? See your doctor for a good thyroid exam. Good luck!

Question 3

what are the causes of one side of thyroid being swollen slightly? creates breathing problems during the day especially in the morning. 26y/o male.

Accepted Answer

Visit MD asap: I encourage you to be seen as soon as possible in person. If you are having difficulty breathing you need to be evaluated immediately.

Question 4

i am waiting for final results from a thyroid ultrasound. they did tell me one side was a little swollen. levels normal. would this make me feel sick.

Accepted Answer

Wait 4 final report: Thyroid gland is normally asymmetric with the right lobe usually larger than the left lobe. Hashimotos disease may affext one side more than other. I would wait for final report before guessing.

Question 5

can anxiety and stress give you swollen thyroid gland? i was diagnosed with globus but also sent for an ultrasound since one side of thyroid was swol.

Accepted Answer

No, but hyperthy-: roidism can make you feel anxious.

Question 6

my left thyroid gland is swollen. i'm going for tests soo. just curious can a swollen thyroid cause sensation of food stuck in throat on one side(the side the nodule is on)?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, a swollen thyroid can cause the symptoms of dysphagia (trouble with swallowing). Good luck.

Question 7

swollen painful moving to touch lymp node under jaw, on one side, blood test thyroid test echoghraphie are normal. i have neck stiffness and maybe tmj. what could be the cause please?

Accepted Answer

: A painful enlarged lymph node usually indicates an infection. The mouth and that side of the face/neck have to be checked for cause by your MD or by ENT

Question 8

should i see chiro if neck is swollen on one side?

Accepted Answer

No: For unilateral neck swelling you should see a physician (md or do).

Question 9

one side of my neck is swollen..reasons?

Accepted Answer

Wow: Painful? Fever? Midde of neck? Side of neck? Trouble swallowing? Important questions. No way to answer this without an exam. Go see a doctor.

Question 10

last night i started to notice one of my glands were swollen. when i woke up, it hurt just touching the side of my neck. i also feel verrryy weak.?

Accepted Answer

Lymphadenitis: A tender lymph node is an indication of lymphadenitis, which can have many causes. Commonly this happens with strep throat and other infections of the mouth or even scalp. If you also feel weak that suggests a more serious infection. You should seek an evaluation of what is causing your  tender gland.

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If the thyroid gland is swollen on one side, is it that side that's hyper functioning ?

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Can one side of your thyroid gland be bigger than the other? when i feel both sides the right side feels more bumpy and swollen

A member asked:

What are the causes of one side of thyroid being swollen slightly? creates breathing problems during the day especially in the morning. 26y/o male.

A member asked:

I am waiting for final results from a thyroid ultrasound. they did tell me one side was a little swollen. levels normal. would this make me feel sick.

A member asked:

Can anxiety and stress give you swollen thyroid gland? i was diagnosed with globus but also sent for an ultrasound since one side of thyroid was swol.

A member asked:

My left thyroid gland is swollen. i'm going for tests soo. just curious can a swollen thyroid cause sensation of food stuck in throat on one side(the side the nodule is on)?

A member asked:

Swollen painful moving to touch lymp node under jaw, on one side, blood test thyroid test echoghraphie are normal. i have neck stiffness and maybe tmj. what could be the cause please?

A member asked:

Should i see chiro if neck is swollen on one side?

A member asked:

One side of my neck is swollen..reasons?

A member asked:

Last night i started to notice one of my glands were swollen. when i woke up, it hurt just touching the side of my neck. i also feel verrryy weak.?

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