What is the growth rate of a thyoid nodule?

Question: I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule about a year ago. Since that time I have had several tests including a biopsy which came out fine. The thyroid nodule measured at 1.3 cm in Sept. 2005 when the first ultrasound was performed. I had a follow up ultrasound done today that measured it at 2.6 cm. I am taking synthroid for a underactive thyroid which should also be suppressing the growth of the nodule as well. I was just wondering if the growth rate is common or not?

Answers:
Characteristics of the nodule
The history of the mass should be reviewed carefully. Time of initial appearance, rate of growth, and any associated symptoms especially can assist the clinician in determining the malignancy potential of the mass.
Rapid growth is an indicator of malignancy. Therefore, further diagnostic tests should be obtained expediently.
Transient tenderness within the mass at any time may signify an inflammatory process. However, this same symptom may also be caused by tumor hemorrhage, necrosis, or cyst formation. This information can be used to assist the clinician in determining malignancy of the mass.

Other Answers:

---

---

More Questions and Answers

• Doesn't anyone here ever research the internet BEFORE asking questions?
• what is the most effective homeopathic medicine for curing piles?
• who was the doctor that diagnosed Glaucoma for the first time and in what year?
• Does Graves Disease cause.?
• swollen glands?
• If Kidney Cancer spreads to the lungs, what are the symptoms?
• what is the prognosis for lung cancer spread to the liver, growing after 2 chemo treatments?
• My experience with sleep paralysis is becoming worse and worse. Any suggestions for prevention or calming?