Copilot
Your everyday AI companion
Bing found the following results
  1. What causes thyroid nodules?

    Answered by verified global health professionals

    Dr. Christa Kingston

    Dr. Christa Kingston community pageDoctor of Medicine (MD) · 9 years of expThyroid nodules are solid, or fluid filled lumps developing in thyroid gland. This may be due to overgrowth of thyroid tissue, fluid filled cavities in the thyroid, chronic inflamm...Read more
    Was this helpful?
  2. Content medically reviewed by
    Dr. Rakshith Bharadwajverified specialist
    MD, Internal Medicine
    View full profile onLinkedIn logoLinkedIn
    A condition where lumps are formed in the thyroid gland. This causes breathing, difficulty in swallowing, and sudden weight loss.
    Condition Highlight
    Certain types can be dangerous or life threatening if untreated
    How common is condition?
    Common (More than 200,000 cases per year in US)
    Is condition treatable?
    Treatable by a medical professional
    Does diagnosis require lab test or imaging?
    Often requires lab test or imaging
    Time taken for recovery
    Can last several years or be lifelong
    Condition Highlight
    Common for ages 50 and older
    Condition Highlight
    More common in females
    Condition Highlight
    Family history may increase likelihood
    Condition Image
    Source: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn more
    Was this helpful?
  3. WEBLearn about thyroid nodules, their causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options from experts at Johns Hopkins. Most thyroid nodules are benign and can be treated with surgery or radiofrequency ablation.