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* Large nodules can press against other structures in the neck, causing symptoms such as: | * Large nodules can press against other structures in the neck, causing symptoms such as: | ||
** Goiter or an enlarged thyroid gland or lump(s) in the neck | ** Goiter or an enlarged thyroid gland or lump(s) in the neck | ||
** Hoarseness or changing voice | ** Hoarseness or changing voice | ||
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* Nodules that produce thyroid hormones will likely cause symptoms of overactive thyroid gland, including: | * Nodules that produce thyroid hormones will likely cause symptoms of overactive thyroid gland, including: | ||
** Clammy skin | ** Clammy skin | ||
** Fast pulse | ** Fast pulse | ||
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* Thyroid nodules are sometimes found in people who have Hashimoto's disease, which may cause symptoms of an underactive thyroid gland, such as: | * Thyroid nodules are sometimes found in people who have Hashimoto's disease, which may cause symptoms of an underactive thyroid gland, such as: | ||
** Dry skin | ** Dry skin | ||
** Face swelling | ** Face swelling | ||
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** Hair loss | ** Hair loss | ||
** Intolerance to cold | ** Intolerance to cold | ||
** Weight gain | ** Weight gain | ||
== What causes Thyroid nodule? == | == What causes Thyroid nodule? == | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Govindavarjhulla, M.B.B.S. [2]
Overview
A thyroid nodule is a growth (lump) in the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located at the base of the neck.
What are the symptoms of Thyroid nodule?
Most thyroid nodules do not cause symptoms.
- Large nodules can press against other structures in the neck, causing symptoms such as:
- Goiter or an enlarged thyroid gland or lump(s) in the neck
- Hoarseness or changing voice
- Pain in the neck
- Problems breathing
- Problems swallowing
- Nodules that produce thyroid hormones will likely cause symptoms of overactive thyroid gland, including:
- Clammy skin
- Fast pulse
- Increased appetite
- Nervousness
- Restlessness
- Skin blushing or flushing
- Weight loss
- Thyroid nodules are sometimes found in people who have Hashimoto's disease, which may cause symptoms of an underactive thyroid gland, such as:
- Dry skin
- Face swelling
- Fatigue
- Hair loss
- Intolerance to cold
- Weight gain