A member asked:

Can a thyroid ultrasound miss cancer? i had one that was normal a week ago but pcp says one side is enlarged. abnormal tsh normal free t3t4 confused?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: A CRI and or nuclear scan are much more reliable for the detection of small tumors; however, for general screening, the ultrasound will certainly suffice. Please obtain an endocrinology evaluation for "abnormal TSH ( high or low???)

Answered 10/29/2014

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