My understanding is 50-60% of the population have undetected nodules. 5-10% of nodules may be cancerous. Women have more nodules than men. The most likely way for nodules to be discovered is by happenstance via an X-ray or other scan of the neck area. I suspected thyroid issues almost 4 years ago, two years before my BC, and my conventional doc said since the TSH number was fine, there was no need to investigate further, and, if the TSH number was fine, insurance wouldn't pay for further testing. Thank you, insurance company! I now regret not being adamant about an ultrasound or at least the further panel of thyroid tests, which consists of several other factors than just TSH. Regardless, my numbers were within range, but according to my naturopath, they were low enough to be addressed. Everyone is different and the conventional med numbers may be too inclusive causing missed diagnoses of thyroid issues. I've experienced all kinds of GI issues, burning mouth, dry eyes, brittle nails, depression, and now numbness and tingling in lower legs, etc., the classic thyroid symptoms, and have probably suffered longer than I should have had things been addressed 4 years ago....not to mention the potential for correlation between thyroid's relationship to BC. I'm going to meditate now! Word to the wise: Be persistent in checking out your suspicions!

Sorry, if my response didn’t answer your question previously. Tell your doctor your symptoms and insist on a thyroid ultrasound that will pick up any growths. Good luck!