The unusual growth of the thyroid cells forming a solid or fluid-filled lump in the thyroid gland is a thyroid nodule. A thyroid nodule is related to cancer. But the chances are meager. Different thyroid nodules are multinodular goiter, inflammatory nodule, colloid nodules, thyroid cysts, and hyperfunctioning thyroid nodules. A very low percentage of thyroid nodules are cancerous. Most of the nodules remain unnoticeable. Rarely they cause hoarseness of voice, pain in the neck, palpable mass, difficulty swallowing, etc. They can cause both hypo and hyperthyroidism. Watching, radioactive iodine, and surgeries are the available treatment options.
Thyroid Nodule
Thyroid nodules are abnormal cell growths on the thyroid. The majority of them are benign and have no symptoms. They are cancerous in rare situations.
Toxic Adenoma - Causes, Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
A toxic adenoma is a solitary thyroid nodule that causes hyperthyroidism. Read this article to learn more about thyroid gland disorder.
Be Aware of the Thyroid!
The thyroid regulates the metabolic functions of the body by releasing thyroid hormones. This article details thyroid functions, disorders, and their treatment.
