What causes thyroid nodules?
Although the molecular mechanisms that cause nodules are not fully understood, thyroid nodules are known to be due to either benign or malignant conditions. There are only a few known risk factors that predispose a person to develop thyroid nodules. Your endocrinologist at Houston Thyroid and Endocrine will review these risk factors with you during your thyroid nodule clinic appointment. It is important to note that the likelihood of ruling out thyroid cancer by risk factors and patient history alone is only 60%. If you have a thyroid nodule that needs evaluation please contact our thyroid nodule coordinator CHAT WITH US SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
Risk factors for cancer in a thyroid nodule
Factors that suggest a benign cause of a thyroid nodule
The benign conditions associated with thyroid nodules
The malignant conditions associated with thyroid nodules
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