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Am i most likely going to need surgey to remove a large thryoid nodule pressing on my windpipe?
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Yes, surgery will be needed, however goals for surgery may be different based on the type of growth and this is why work up ( imaging and biopsy) is needed prior to surgery.
Answered 5/25/2023
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