Question 1

how fast do thyroid nodules grow?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Thyroid nodules are variable in their growth patterns.  Some can grow quickly in size, particularly if there is a cystic component to the nodule.  Your doctor will usually suggest an ultrasound to follow the growth of the nodule every 6 months to one year, depending on the level of suspicion.

Question 2

fast growing thyroid nodules - what do they mean?

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Depends: Most thyroid cancer nodules do not grow fast.  Most commonly a rapidly growing nodule is a cyst.  But - you can't make this determination by yourself.  Check with your primary doctor, an endocrinologist, or an endocrine surgeon.  Thyroid ultrasound is usually the correct step.

Question 3

is my thyroid nodule "fast growing" and cancerous?

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Could be: Rapid growth of known thyroid nodule could be malignant, or bleed into the nodule, see your doctor to find the cause ( and to treat).

Question 4

what is considered a fast rate of growth for a thyroid nodule that is solid?

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Thyroid: Thyroid nodule that is solid needs further evaluation irrespective of size.

Question 5

if they just found a 1.1 cm solid thyroid nodule how fast should i get it biopsy will this starts to grow very quickly?

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Depends: You can get a fine needle aspiration, which is relatively non-invasive to obtain a diagnosis. Getting the advice of your clinician on this matter because he/she knows your clinical situation is recommended.

Question 6

thyroid nodule grown in 2months from 4.7cm x 2.7cm on ultrasound to 4.7cm x 4.3 cm. on ct scan is that considered fast or not please?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, it grows fast. If it is a cold nodule then biopsy is definitely indicated. Take care.

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

Cancer risk: 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

bilateral thyroid nodules?

Accepted Answer

See ENT surgeon. : You may need an ultrasound guided biopsy.

Question 9

are thyroid nodules common?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Thyroid nodules occur in up to 50% of the worlds population. Modern ultrasound equipment can detect very small nodules that were not detectable with older machines. Only about 5% of nodules are cancerous. Nodules tend to increase in frequency as one matures.

Question 10

can thyroid nodules shrink?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Most thyroid nodules remain stable over many years.  Some can increase in size and some can decrease.  It depends on the composition of the nodule.

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