How many thyroid nodules are there?

Multiple thyroid nodules, if they do not affect thyroid function, and the nodules are relatively small, generally not serious. Do not need emergency treatment, or early treatment, regular follow-up can be. Multiple thyroid nodules, in the clinical has the following outcomes: 1. The first after years of development, there may be toxic nodular goiter. 2. Another goiter after treatment, or spontaneous regression and recovery. 3. Some may gradually develop into lymphocytic thyroiditis, or diffuse toxic goiter. 4. Some nodules may show cancer, hemorrhage and calcification after many years. Therefore, multiple nodules of the thyroid should be followed up regularly.