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Scan was done on thyroid 5 yrs ago one nodule said ot was ok no syptoms until a few m o nths ago when swallowing chances of it be cancer now?
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Thyroid nodule: A thyroid nodule does not necessarily affect your swallowing. Check with your doctor and arrange for a follow up ultrasound or scan. All the best.
Answered 4/14/2015
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