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I have 5 thyroid nodules, one is 3 cm and ultrasound said micro calcification. i am going to endo doc next week but i can't eat, sleep, am having panic attacks. any words of encouragement to help me?
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Thyroid nodules: Most calcifications and thyroid nodules are benign and nothin to worry about.
Answered 9/18/2013
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Take some: Deep breaths and relax. You definitely need a biopsy. Even if it is positive, the survival from thyroid cancer is very high, particularly when diagnosed early and treated properly.
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