Patient's question:
My uncle seems to have a thyroid nodule on his neck? He says he often feels pain and a bit dizzy. What does the thyroid look like? Hello, is it benign or not?Doctor's answer:
Generally, middle-aged people undergoing a thorough thyroid ultrasound examination often find the presence of thyroid nodules. This requires a pathology test to determine the result. You can also have a thyroid progression CT scan. The vast majority of thyroid nodules are benign, and the main concern is to conduct periodic follow-up examinations. This helps to monitor how significantly the thyroid nodule is shrinking or if there are any signs of fibrosis. If fibrosis is detected, it is crucial to undergo surgery as early as possible.It is recommended to further undergo an MRI contrast and thyroid fine-needle aspiration to assess the nature of the nodules. If they are malignant, surgery is necessary.
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