What Are Thyroid Nodules?
10. Cancerous Nodules Treatment
If a cancerous thyroid nodule is very small then it is unlikely to grow any larger, so the smaller ones are sometimes left alone, albeit with close observation. Another possible treatment for the condition is alcohol ablation, which involves injecting alcohol into nodules to destroy them.
In some cases, it will be necessary to remove the nodules surgically. Doctor’s will try to remove as little of the gland as possible, but most of it will need to be removed in most cases. There is a risk that thyroid surgery can result in damage to the parathyroid glands, and to the nerves that help control the vocal cords.
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