Thyroid nodules are common growths in the thyroid gland, and while many are harmless, some can impact hormone levels or indicate underlying health concerns. Individuals diagnosed with thyroid nodules ...

Epidemiologic studies have documented substantial increases in the frequency of nodular thyroid disease. This trend is largely due to the increasing detection of nodules by the routine use of ...

Thyroid nodules commonly develop in humans and are variable in size, shape and location. Most of these growths are not cancer but may create symptoms of discomfort over time depending on the size, and ...

The thyroid, a small, butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the front of the neck, is part of the endocrine system. Small lumps or bumps, called nodules, are often present — and may or may not be ...

The thyroid gland produces two thyroid hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), and releases them as needed by the body. The hypothalamus and the pituitary gland help control the thyroid ...

Scarless robotic thyroid surgery is now available in Georgia as American Endocrine expands access to advanced minimally ...

Receiving a diagnosis of thyroid cancer can be upsetting and confusing, especially if a doctor suggests that a patient wait to see how the cancer progresses before pursuing any specific treatment.

Thyroid nodules are lumps that can develop on the thyroid gland. They may be solid and look dark on an ultrasound scan. Most are benign, but there is a low risk of thyroid cancer. The thyroid is a ...

Doctors may recommend a biopsy to obtain a sample from a thyroid nodule. Testing the sample in a laboratory can help indicate whether the nodule is cancerous or benign. Though most tend to be benign, ...

Nat Clin Pract Endocrinol Metab. 2006;2(7):384-394. Periodic follow-up alone is a valid option, particularly for small nonpalpable incidentalomas. It should be considered when the patient's thyroid ...

Thyroid nodules commonly develop in humans and are variable in size, shape and location. Most of these growths are not cancer but may create symptoms of discomfort over time depending on the size, and ...