Can thyroid nodules be treated?

Most thyroid nodules are benign and usually do not require treatment, but regular review is required. Treatment may be required in some cases, such as large nodules, malignant tendencies, causing obvious symptoms, etc. Treatment methods include regular review, surgery, radioactive iodine treatment, medication, etc. Most thyroid nodules are benign and usually do not require treatment, but regular review is required. In some cases, large nodules, malignant tendencies, and obvious symptoms may require treatment. Here is some information about thyroid nodule treatment.1. Regular review: For most benign nodules, doctors usually recommend regular ultrasound and thyroid function tests to monitor changes in nodule size, shape, number, and blood flow. If the nodule has not changed significantly, it usually does not need treatment, just continue to observe. 2. Surgical treatment: If the nodule is large, there are compression symptoms, such as breathing difficulties, swallowing difficulties, etc., or there is a tendency to malignant transformation, surgery is usually required. The purpose of surgery is to remove the nodule and part of the thyroid tissue to prevent malignant transformation and recurrence of the nodule. 3. Radioiodine treatment: For residual thyroid tissue after surgery or recurrent thyroid cancer, radioiodine therapy can destroy the remaining thyroid tissue or cancer cells, reducing the risk of recurrence and metastasis.4. Drug therapy: In some cases, such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, drug therapy may be needed to regulate thyroid function. It should be noted that the treatment of thyroid nodules should be based on the specific circumstances of the nodule, the patient's age, gender, health status and other factors. During the treatment process, patients should actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan, and regular review to ensure treatment effect and physical health. For pregnant and lactating women, if thyroid nodules are found, they should seek medical attention promptly and inform their doctor about their pregnancy or lactation. The doctor will make appropriate treatment plans according to the specific circumstances to ensure the health of the mother and fetus or baby. In short, thyroid nodules are mostly benign and usually do not require treatment, but they need to be reviewed regularly. In some cases, treatment may be required if the nodules are large, malignant, or cause obvious symptoms. Treatment may include regular follow-up, surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, and medication. Patients should actively cooperate with their doctor's treatment plan and undergo regular follow-up.