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Repeated thyroid nodule biopsy cold solid 3x7cm. how could he not get enough cells with such a large nodule? also 2.4cm cold folliculargenetic testing
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Possible: May be if nodule has fluid ( Cyst ) may not get cells ( how many times was done ? more than twice is unusual ) . If strongly suspicious for malignancy an image guided core needle biopsy , or even removal ( surgery ) Discuss with your doctor , plan of treatment Do not ignore if necessary take second opinion .
Answered 2/1/2016
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