Guide To The Causes, Risk Factors, And Complications Of Thyroid Nodules

Multinodular Goiter

An individual affected by thyroid nodules may experience a multinodular goiter as a complication of their thyroid abnormalities. Multinodular goiter is an enlarged thyroid gland that contains multiple thyroid nodules. The nodules that form a multinodular goiter may be small or large, and may or may not be malignant. A multinodular goiter can contain multiple solid nodules, multiple fluid-filled nodules, or a combination of both types of thyroid nodules. Individuals who develop a multinodular goiter due to an initial thyroid nodule may experience symptoms like the feeling of an object being stuck in the throat and one or more palpable lumps on the front of the neck. Individuals who have known thyroid nodules should undergo periodic screening to ensure if they develop a multinodular goiter, it is not precancerous and does not progress into a malignancy. Individuals who experience complications with the normal function of the windpipe, throat, and or esophagus may need to have surgery to remove the thyroid or reduce the size of the gland. A multinodular goiter also often means an affected individual has too much TSH in their blood promoting the growth of thyroid tissue. Medication to supply thyroid hormone is given to help reduce TSH levels.

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