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My dad 70 years had high tsh 54 , low t4 0.4 and enlarged thyroid for 4 years. he has taken eltroxin since then . can this turn into thyroid cancer?
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Unlikely: Goiters due to hypothyroid conditions are benign and should settle down once replacement thyroxine has been used to control the problem. Cancer is rarely a concern in this situation, yet if the thyroid enlargement is substantial then you should consult an ENT doctor who deals with thyroid enlargements(or seek an endocrinologist 's opinion). Good luck.
Answered 6/10/2014
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At that age: An enlarged thyroid, with that tsh, should seek consult with endocrinologist.
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