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    Dr. Rakshith Bharadwajverified specialist
    MD, Internal Medicine
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    Your treatment plan may include one or more of these options.
    Treatment for thyroid nodules is done on the basis of causing factor and severity of disease.
    Medication

    Anti thyroid drugs: These drugs are prescribed in case of nodules which cause hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.

    Methimazole . Propylthiouracil


    Radioactive iodine: Treats multinodular goiters.

    Radioactive iodine 131

    Procedures

    Thyroid lobectomy: This surgery is performed in case of cancerous nodules.

    Therapy

    Hormone therapy:In case of benign nodules to suppress the growth of thyroid hormones with levothyroxine, a synthetic form of thyroxine.

    Self-care

    Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

    • Take medicine on time everyday and do not skip any dose.
    • Consult doctor in case symptoms of hyperthyroidism, feeling nervous, faster heartbeat, unusual sweating and weight loss, are observed.
    • Check that the prescribed medication doesn’t interact with other medications.

    Nutrition

    Foods to eat:

    • Foods rich in Iodine like sea food
    • Citrus fruits like oranges and lemons
    • Foods that contain healthy fatty acids such as avocados, chia seeds and virgin olive oil

    Foods to avoid:

    • Foods rich in sugars like cakes and sweets
    • Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee
    • Alcoholic beverages

    Specialist To Consult

    Endocrinologist

    Specializes in the function and disorders of the endocrine system of the body.

    Source: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn more
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    An abnormal thyroid scan may show a thyroid that’s enlarged or out of position, indicating a possible tumor. Abnormal measurements also may show that your thyroid gland collected too much or too little of the radionuclide. Abnormal results of a thyroid scan may also indicate:
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    The most common way to test for thyroid problems is through a blood test. This test measures the levels of thyroid hormones in your blood, including thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), thyroxine (T4), and triiodothyronine (T3). TSH: TSH is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. It tells the thyroid gland how much T4 to produce. T4: T4 is the main thyroid hormone. It is converted to T3, which is the active form of the thyroid hormone, in the body's tissues. T3: T3 is the active form of the thyroid hormone. It controls many important functions in the body, including metabolism, heart rate, and body temperature. If your TSH level is high, it means that your thyroid gland is not producing enough T4. This is a sign of hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid. If your TSH level is low, it means that your thyroid gland is producing too much T4. This is a sign of hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid.
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    A thyroid scan is a specialized imaging procedure for examining your thyroid, the gland that controls your metabolism. It’s located in the front part of your neck. Typically, the scan works with nuclear medicine to evaluate the way your thyroid functions. Nuclear medicine involves using small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose disease.
    A doctor who specializes in nuclear imaging will evaluate the images and results of your thyroid scan. Your results will be sent in a report to your doctor. A normal thyroid scan would show no abnormalities in the size, shape, and location of the thyroid gland. Your thyroid will have an even green color on the image.
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  4. Thyroid nodules - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic

    WebFeb 11, 2022 · Your doctor may recommend a thyroid scan to help evaluate thyroid nodules. During this test, an isotope of radioactive iodine is injected into a vein in your arm. You then lie on a table while a special …

  5. Thyroid Nodules: When to Worry | Johns Hopkins …

    WebThe vast majority — more than 95% — of thyroid nodules are benign (noncancerous). If concern arises about the possibility of cancer, the doctor may simply recommend monitoring the nodule over time to see if it …