What are the treatment methods for thyroid nodules?
Disease description:
A few days ago, when I visited my cousin's house, I noticed that my cousin seemed a bit different. He told me that he had gone to the hospital and was diagnosed with thyroid nodules. I'm very worried about him, so I would like to ask the doctor what treatment options are available for thyroid nodules?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The main treatment options for thyroid nodules include the following:
1. Observation and monitoring: For small, asymptomatic, and benign nodules, regular follow-up and observation may be recommended, especially when ultrasound findings indicate benign characteristics.
2. Medication: Commonly used medications include thyroid hormones (such as levothyroxine sodium tablets), antithyroid drugs (such as propylthiouracil tablets, methimazole tablets), which can help alleviate symptoms and control nodule growth. However, medication is generally used as an adjunctive treatment.
3. Surgical treatment: Includes total thyroidectomy, unilateral thyroid lobectomy, and microwave ablation. Surgery is suitable for cases with large nodules, compressive symptoms, malignant nodules, or suspected malignancy.
The choice of treatment should be based on the patient's specific condition and the nature of the nodule, and must be conducted under the guidance of a physician.
