Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

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Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

2017-03-30 11:29:46

Asked for Female, 7 Years

My mom (48Y) had FNAC test for 25mm cold nodule on left thyroid.FNAC report conclusion is "Suggestive of Hashimoto's thyroiditis. ( Bethesda Category II)".Is it dangerous or shall we go for biopsy to know whether it is a cancer.Is there any chance of cancer for that cold nodule??All other T3,T4,Tsh reports r normal.Clinical details:? Adenoma / Colloid nodule.Hope u may help.......

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Dr. Himika Chawla

Diabetologist

15 yrs expDelhi

Bethesda 2 nodules are generally benign with very low malignant potential.

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Get a ultrasound of thyroid and review with details for final opinion

Answered2017-03-31 07:18:08

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