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A member asked:

Can thyroid cancer cause unexplained enlarged hilar and mediastinal lymph nodes?

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Thyroid cancer: Yes if it had metatisized. (spread).

Dr Nguyen and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/10/2013

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Yes it can: Thyroid cancer can spread to the adjacent lymph nodes. When the cancer has spread/metastasize beyond the area, however, it can be found on distant organs - such as distant lymph glands like the mediastinal/hilar as well as other organs like lung, bones. Needs biopsy.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/1/2017

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