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I have thyroid nodule for 20 years and grown from 2.7cm to 3.2cm in 4 yrs - now has scattered echogenic foci-calcify and increase vascularity-is canc?

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Thyroid nodule: I would recommend you see an endocrinologist to determine if the nodule should undergo a needle aspiration biopsy. This can help determine if the nodule is benign or cancerous after which appropriate treatment can be undertaken.

Answered 1/25/2018

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A member asked:

I have thyroid nodule for 20 years and grown from 2.7cm to 3.2cm in 4 yrs - now has scattered echogenic foci-calcify and increase vascularity-is canc?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Erner answered

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