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Thyroid ultrasound: Trying to understand the report

Thyroid Cancer | Last Active: Apr 12, 2022 | Replies (3)

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@jenniferhunter

@danielle0313 What this report is saying is that there is increased reflection of ultrasound waves (echogenicity) that may represent some calcification making the gland more dense. It says it is unremarkable which means it is not an identified problem. It sounds like good news to me, but I am not a medical professional, and I do understand your concerns. Benign thyroid nodules are common, and I have had them with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. That has actually improved over time and the nodules have shrunk, but I worried too. I know that's not exactly what your report says and there can be findings of things like this in other areas of the body that are benign and not dangerous.

Does that ease your mind a bit?

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Hi Jennifer! Yes it does, thank you! I keep an eye on things particularly because I was born and raised on superfund sites and a lot of cancer comes from it in my community (think Erin Brockovich). I truly appreciate your time and assistance!