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Could thyroid nodules grow again after rai?
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Yes: Radio iodine is a labeled form of iodine that localizes in thyroid tissue. If the dose of radiation delivered partially shrinks the nodule there is still functioning thyroid tissue which can be further treated.
Answered 5/18/2014
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