OR
A 30-year-old female asked:
I've complex hypoechoic well defined mass in thyroid. what does this mean? other symptoms heavy night sweats, mid cycle bleeding, hair loss, blemishes
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Anthony Fillyanswered
Radiology 28 years experience
Vague: As many descriptors as they used for describing that nodule, it is still fairly vague. The word complex is thrown around a lot, but it really doesn't mean much. Does it mean fluid components, calcium, or what? The main important determinants for concernig thyroid nodules that need biopsy are size, whether its solid, and whether there are micro or macro calcifications.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Susan Wingoanswered
Endocrinology 35 years experience
Thyroid Nodules: About 5% of thyroid nodules are cancers. Your doctor should carefully review the ultrasound (not just the report) and decide whether or not your nodule requires a biopsy (fna = fine needle aspiration) to check for cancer and check thyroid levels. If thyroid levels are normal, nodule would not be the cause of your symptoms.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Harry Zegelanswered
Radiology 52 years experience
See answer: There are many us criteria to characterize a thyroid mass including size, shape, margin, halo, calcifications, echotexture, and vascularity. Your us may show a benign colloid nodule, but your dr. Needs to see the report /discuss with the radiologist, and exam you to see if your symptoms are thyroid related, and consider thyroid function studies.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Dec 12, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.