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I was incidentally diagnosed with 4mm thyroid hypoecoic cystic nodule with couple central punctuate calcification. how often those turn out cancerous?
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These: nodules are usually benign HOWEVER further evaluation may be indicated. You should be evaluated by a specialist in thyroid problems! An Endocrinologist or Head and Neck surgeon should be the next step! Hope this is helpfu Dr Z
Answered 11/11/2017
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