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What Causes Pain On Jaw,ear And Neck?
They found a 6mm nodule on my thyroid when they did a C-Spine MRI. Just wondering what it means. I have RA, Fibro, IBS, DDD, Chronic pain, I have recently been having alot of pain on my jaw, ear and neck. It really bothers me like when you try to rest your chin in your hand. I am 53 yrs. old and just have alot of health issues.
Sat, 22 Feb 2014
Hi there,
Thanks for your query.
The thyroid nodule is just a localized overgrowth of thyroid cells. The nodule may either be inactive or, produce additional thyroid hormone.
It should be followed up after 6 months with a repeat MRI to detect increase in its size, which may point towards malignancy. This occurs in a very few cases.
A blood test to assess Thyroid hormone levels will give an indication if the nodule is inactive or active.
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Dr. Rakesh Karanwal
Thanks for your query.
The thyroid nodule is just a localized overgrowth of thyroid cells. The nodule may either be inactive or, produce additional thyroid hormone.
It should be followed up after 6 months with a repeat MRI to detect increase in its size, which may point towards malignancy. This occurs in a very few cases.
A blood test to assess Thyroid hormone levels will give an indication if the nodule is inactive or active.
If you find my response helpful and informative, do not forget an “excellent” (5-star rating) to my answer, to ENCOURAGE ALL doctors- engaged in social service- to render sound advice to the FREE queries.
Take care
Dr. Rakesh Karanwal
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