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==Overview==
==Overview==
* This section should give a brief description of the disease, and have the name of the disease in the first sentence.
* Thyroid adenoma is an endocrine [[disease]] of [[thyroid]] gland. Common causes of thyroid adenoma include [[iodine]] deficiency, chronic [[inflammation]], and [[genetic mutation]] of ''THADA'' [[gene]]. The mainstay of therapy for thyroid adenoma is regular monitoring and supportive therapy. [[Surgery]] is recommended for all patients who develop pressure symptoms of thyroid adenoma.
* For an example of the overview section of a patient page, click [[Pericarditis (patient information)#Overview|here]]


==What are the symptoms of thyroid adenoma?==
==What are the symptoms of thyroid adenoma?==
* Common symptoms of thyroid adenoma includes the following:<ref> The Evaluation of Thyroid Nodules. Omicsgroup Thyroid Disorders & Therapy (10/07/2015). http://www.omicsgroup.org/journals/the-evaluation-of-thyroid-nodules-2167-7948-1000181.pdf Accessed on October 7, 2015</ref>
* Common symptoms of thyroid adenoma includes the following:<ref> The Evaluation of Thyroid Nodules. Omicsgroup Thyroid Disorders & Therapy (10/07/2015). http://www.omicsgroup.org/journals/the-evaluation-of-thyroid-nodules-2167-7948-1000181.pdf Accessed on October 7, 2015</ref>
:* Swelling or pain infront of the neck.
:* [[Swelling]] or [[pain]] infront of the [[neck]]
:* Cough
:* [[Cough]]
:* Shortness of breath
:* [[Shortness of breath]]
:* Hoarseness of voice
:* Hoarseness of voice
:* Warm sweaty skin
:* Warm sweaty [[skin]]
:* Skin flushing
:* [[Skin]] flushing
:* Increased appetite
:* Increased [[appetite]]
:* Weight loss
:* [[Weight loss]]
:* Restlessness
:* [[Restlessness]]
:* Nervousness
:* [[Nervousness]]
:* Heat intolerance
:* Heat intolerance
:* Trembling hands
:* Trembling hands
:* Palpitations
:* [[Palpitation]]s
:* Insominia
:* Insominia
:* Anxiety
:* [[Anxiety]]
:* Increased bowel frequency
:* Increased bowel frequency
:* Menstrual irregularities
:* Menstrual irregularities


==What causes thyroid adenoma?==
==What causes thyroid adenoma?==
Common causes of thyroid adenoma include iodine deficiency, chronic inflammation, and genetic mutation of ''THADA'' gene.
* Common causes of thyroid adenoma include [[iodine]] deficiency, chronic [[inflammation]], and [[genetic mutation]] of ''THADA'' gene.


==Who is at highest risk?==
==Who is at highest risk?==
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==Diagnosis==
==Diagnosis==
* Thyroid function test
* [[Thyroid function test]]
:* TSH level
:* [[Thyroid stimulating hormone]] level
:* T3
:* [[T3]]
:* T4
:* [[T4]]
* Thyroid scan
* Thyroid scan
* Thyroid ultrasound
* Thyroid [[ultrasound]]
* Biopsy
* [[Biopsy]]


==When to seek urgent medical care?==
==When to seek urgent medical care?==
 
* Seek urgent medical care if there are pressure symptoms of thyroid adenoma or its complications.
* This section should focus on the symptoms that may indicate impending life threatening situations, or significant worsening.
 
* For an example of a section detailing this on a patient information page, click [[Chronic stable angina (patient information)#When to seek urgent medical care|here]]


==Treatment options==
==Treatment options==
 
* The mainstay of therapy for thyroid adenoma is regular monitoring and supportive therapy. Surgery is recommended for all patients who develop pressure symptoms of thyroid adenoma.
* In this section you should outline the treatment options, including medications, lifestyle changes, and surgical interventions.
 
* Advise the patient to always follow the treatment plan that their doctor has provided them.
 
* For an example of a treatment section of a patient information page, click [[Chronic stable angina (patient information)#Treatment options|here]].


==Where to find medical care for thyroid adenoma?==
==Where to find medical care for thyroid adenoma?==
 
* [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Danbury+Hospital/@41.4046542,-73.4483731,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x89e7ff3a0019a5cd:0x9cbfe6a6a525bdfa?hl=en Directions to Hospitals Treating Thyroid adenoma]
*In this section you can provide links for reputable places that the patient can find good treatment for there condition.


==Prevention==
==Prevention==
 
* There is no established method for prevention of thyroid adenoma.
* In this section, outline the factors that can prevent the onset of the disease, or prevent worsening of the disease.
 
* For an example of the prevention section of a patient information page, click [[Chronic stable angina (patient information)#Prevention|here]].


==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?==
==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?==
 
* Depending on the extent of the tumor at the time of [[diagnosis]], the [[prognosis]] of thyroid adenoma may vary. However, the [[prognosis]] is generally regarded as excellent.
* In this section you should provide a brief statement of what the patient might expect as the prognosis of their condition.
 
* Include prognosis with and without treatment, and also the likelihood of a certain outcome occurring.
 
* For an example of the prognosis section on a patient information page, click [[Pericarditis (patient information)#What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?|here]].


==Possible complications==
==Possible complications==
* Possible complications of thyroid adenoma are listed below:
:* [[Hyperthyroidism]]
:* [[Thyrotoxicosis]]
:* [[Hemorrhage]]
:* [[Thyroid cyst]]
:* [[Thyroid cancer]]
:* [[Dyspnea]] and [[stridor]]
:* [[Dysphagia]]
:* [[Superior vena cava obstruction]]


* In this section, you can list the common and most important (life-threatening) complications of the disease or it's treatment.
==Sources==
https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007265.htm


* For an example of the complications section in a patient information page, click [[Pericarditis (patient information)#Possible complications|here]].
==Reference==
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[[Category:Disease]]
[[Category:Endocrinology]]
[[Category:Up-To-Date]]
[[Category:Oncology]]
[[Category:Medicine]]
[[Category:Endocrinology]]
[[Category:Surgery]]

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2]

Overview

  • Thyroid adenoma is an endocrine disease of thyroid gland. Common causes of thyroid adenoma include iodine deficiency, chronic inflammation, and genetic mutation of THADA gene. The mainstay of therapy for thyroid adenoma is regular monitoring and supportive therapy. Surgery is recommended for all patients who develop pressure symptoms of thyroid adenoma.

What are the symptoms of thyroid adenoma?

  • Common symptoms of thyroid adenoma includes the following:[1]

What causes thyroid adenoma?

Who is at highest risk?

  • People with positive family history of thyroid adenoma are at highest risk of thyroid adenoma.

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

  • Seek urgent medical care if there are pressure symptoms of thyroid adenoma or its complications.

Treatment options

  • The mainstay of therapy for thyroid adenoma is regular monitoring and supportive therapy. Surgery is recommended for all patients who develop pressure symptoms of thyroid adenoma.

Where to find medical care for thyroid adenoma?

Prevention

  • There is no established method for prevention of thyroid adenoma.

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

  • Depending on the extent of the tumor at the time of diagnosis, the prognosis of thyroid adenoma may vary. However, the prognosis is generally regarded as excellent.

Possible complications

  • Possible complications of thyroid adenoma are listed below:

Sources

https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007265.htm

Reference

  1. ↑ The Evaluation of Thyroid Nodules. Omicsgroup Thyroid Disorders & Therapy (10/07/2015). http://www.omicsgroup.org/journals/the-evaluation-of-thyroid-nodules-2167-7948-1000181.pdf Accessed on October 7, 2015
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