Thyroid adenoma physical examination

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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

Patients with thyroid adenoma are usually well-appearing. Physical examination of patients with thyroid adenoma is usually remarkable for a solitary, non-tender nodule in the midline of neck, which is smooth, soft, and mobile.

Physical Examination

Appearance of the Patient

Patients with thyroid adenoma are usually well-appearing.

Vital Signs

• Tachycardia may be present.

Skin

• Flushing of skin
• Increased sweating

Neck

• Thyromegaly with solitary, non-tender thyroid nodules. The nodules may be soft, smooth, and mobile. The mass moves with deglutition.
• Lymphadenopathy