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Will Thyroid Nodules Cause Pain In Carotid Artery Area?
i have 3 thryoid nodules on the left side and one bigger one on the right. i have been having pain in the upper neck under my jaw around the carotid artery. my question is can the nodules be pressing on the carotid artery or nerves to be causeing the pain and swelling in this area.,
Wed, 22 Oct 2014
Brief answer: Yes
Detailed answer:
Thyroid nodules can compress your carotid and can press on the nerves leading to neck pain and radiating pain to jaw and ears. If you are having severe symptoms you should see a physician, get it evaluated and decide on thyroidectomy.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
Detailed answer:
Thyroid nodules can compress your carotid and can press on the nerves leading to neck pain and radiating pain to jaw and ears. If you are having severe symptoms you should see a physician, get it evaluated and decide on thyroidectomy.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
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