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I am a 43 year old female with unilateral thyroid enlargement. been obvious for at least 6 months. am absolutely terrified. any advice?

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Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Don't worry: See a thyroidologist to determine why one side is bigger. Is it a nodule or cyst? Have him/her check it out.

Answered 1/25/2018

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Dr. Joshua Rosenthal answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Don't be terrified: Thyroid nodules are overwhelmingly benign. And worst case scenario, thyroid cancer is extraordinarily treatable and survivable, especially at your age. If you have a thyroid nodule accounting for your enlargement, you may need to get a fine needle aspiration to tell more.

Answered 10/22/2018

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