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What is used in the diagnosis of thyroid disease?
Thyroid function tests (TFTs) are the main diagnostic criteria for a thyroid disease. These are however done in the face of other clinical findings and patients symptoms (differs for hypo and hyperthyroidism)
What are some abnormal thyroid ultrasound results?
Abnormal thyroid ultrasound results may include the presence of thyroid nodules, which can vary in size and may be solid or cystic. Other findings might include signs of thyroiditis, such as inflammation or changes in echogenicity, or the presence of calcifications within nodules, which can raise suspicion for malignancy. Enlarged thyroid glands or goiters can also be noted, along with abnormalities in the vascularity of the thyroid tissue. Prompt follow-up and further evaluation may be required based on these findings.
What is the treatment for in homogeneous thyroid gland?
Answer... An inhomogeneitous thyroid in a thyroid whose tissue is not the same throughout... This could mean it's cystic or even cancerous. Needs definitive diagnostic evaluation and treatment based on the findings... (surgery, radiation, etc)...
What does it mean thyroid has coarse texture?
A thyroid with a coarse texture typically indicates the presence of nodules or structural irregularities within the gland. This can be assessed through imaging studies such as ultrasound. Coarse texture may suggest potential thyroid dysfunction or conditions such as goiter or thyroiditis. It's important for a healthcare provider to evaluate these findings to determine the appropriate course of action or treatment.
What is the meaning for en-thyroid?
en thyroid means- made up of thyroid....or "in thyroid"
What is thyroid parenchyma?
Thyroid parenchyma is the normal bulk of the thyroid.
What is the literal meaning of thyroid?
Shaped like an oblong shield; shield-shaped; as, the thyroid cartilage., Of or pertaining to the thyroid body, thyroid cartilage, or thyroid artery; thyroideal.
Where is the Thyroid and parathyroid gland?
Thyroid is in either side of trachea.Parathyroids are dipped in thyroid.
What are thyroid function tests used for?
help diagnose an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), and an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), evaluate thyroid gland activity, monitor response to thyroid therapy
What is the medical term meaning Malignant tumor of the thyroid?
The medical term for a malignant tumor of the thyroid is thyroid carcinoma.
Is the thyroid gland an endocrine gland?
Yes! a thyroid gland IS an endocrine gland
What hormone does the thyriod secrete?
Thyroxine, or 3,5,3',5'-tetraiodothyronine - T4, a form of thyroid hormones is the major hormone secreted by the follicular cells of the thyroid gland.
