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I recently had a ct because i have enlarged lymph nodes. i had my thyroid removed in 2018 and on the ct report the doctor made a comment that my thyroid looked normal. is that normal to make comments on even though its not there?

Q: i recently had a ct because i have enlarged lymph nodes. i had my thyroid removed in 2018 and on the ct report the doctor made a comment that my thyroid looked normal. is that normal to make comments on even though its not there?

: No. Ask for them to look again. Scar tissue can be confusing.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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No. Ask for them to look again. Scar tissue can be confusing.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/11/2021

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A member asked:

I recently had a ct because i have enlarged lymph nodes. i had my thyroid removed in 2018 and on the ct report the doctor made a comment that my thyroid looked normal. is that normal to make comments on even though its not there?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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