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I have a multinodular goiter and thyroiditis, what are the chances of it being cancerous?

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7% to17 % chance: Most of the multinodular goiters are benign but may associated with occult (hidden ) cancers in 7 to 17% cases, treating by early detection will cure.

Dr Rosen and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/9/2013

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