Patient's question:
Because of a certain illness, I have been unable to stop taking medication for a long time. Due to the medication, my endocrine system has been affected, and now I want to stop taking the medication and regulate my body. Can goiter be treated with heat compress?Doctor's answer:
Thyroid nodules should generally be avoided from being treated with cold compresses, as frequent application may potentially enhance local blood circulation, which could lead to the nodule shrinking. For most thyroid nodules, oral medications or other treatments may cause the nodule to grow, but complete disappearance is usually not possible. To truly achieve a complete cure, hospitalization for surgical removal is necessary. Increasing daily exercise to boost the patient's immunity and prevent recurrence of the condition is also recommended.