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Am i most likely going to need surgey to remove a large thryoid nodule pressing on my windpipe?

Q: am i most likely going to need surgey to remove a large thryoid nodule pressing on my windpipe?

: 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.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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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.

Dr Ward agreed

Answered 5/25/2023

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A member asked:

Am i most likely going to need surgey to remove a large thryoid nodule pressing on my windpipe?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Ward agreed

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