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I have hypoechoic nodule in isthmus measuring8.5-5.9 mm is this problematic ?my neck is swollen. first time i thought that its goitre but t3&4 normal

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Thyroid: This nodule is too small to accurately biopsy with fna (fine needle aspiration). As long as you are getting routine ultrasounds to follow the nodule, everything should be fine.

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Answered 6/16/2014

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A member asked:

I have hypoechoic nodule in isthmus measuring8.5-5.9 mm is this problematic ?my neck is swollen. first time i thought that its goitre but t3&4 normal

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Martin answered

Dr Nguyen agreed

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