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What is diffusely heterogeneous thyroid gland mean? also have a 5x5 mm calcified nodule in upper left thyroid lobe. help me understand this? thx.

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Nodule: Heterogeneous gland means you don't have a smooth gland. This typical happens in pts with autoimmune thyroid disease where the gland is attacked by antibodies. Thyroid nodules are common and mostly benign. You have 1 nodule and it's very small. You can just watch it for now. See your doctor for more personalized explanation.

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Answered 3/15/2017

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A member asked:

What is diffusely heterogeneous thyroid gland mean? also have a 5x5 mm calcified nodule in upper left thyroid lobe. help me understand this? thx.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Dr Lewy-Weiss and another doctor agreed

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