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I have had two inconclusive biopsies on a thyroid nodule.mwhat do you suggest i do?

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Dr. Hashmat Rajput answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Thyroid nodule: You may want to discuss with your doctor about ultrasound for cyst or solid and thyroid scan for hot and cold nodule also thyroid antibodies and thyroglobulin. Usually these tests are done before biopsy. Since you did not mention and i assumed they are not done. Therefore recommending them. What was the basis for biopsy? Physical exam or one of these tests?

Answered 1/31/2015

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You need an answer: With two inconclusive biopsies i assume they were needle biopsies. You may need an open biopsy to get adequate tissue for a conclusive answer i recommend you find a surgeon who specializes in thyroid problems.

Answered 8/29/2013

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It depends,,: This depends on the nature of your thyroid nodule, and your thyroid values. If your thyroid hormone is high, the nodule may be the cause and a test involving radioactive iodine should be done. If positive, it would mean it is a source of extra hormone and is "hot". If not and it is "cold", then another biopsy and tests should be done to rule out cancer. So see your dr. And get more tests.

Answered 8/2/2013

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Dr. Brian Affleck answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Thyroid nodules : The concern with a thyroid nodule is certainly the possibility of cancer. The older we get the higher the likelihood of having a cancer. Options for dealing with the nodule include continued observation, either with physical exam or ultrasound. Repeat needle aspiration, which can be done with or without ultrasound. Finally, you could get the nodule removed with surgery...Usually a hemi-thyroid.

Answered 9/29/2016

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