📋Overview
Thyroid nodules are discrete lumps within the thyroid gland, commonly detected by physical exam or imaging. This term refers to the presence of one or more nodules in the thyroid, which can be benign or malignant. Most thyroid nodules are noncancerous and asymptomatic. Evaluation focuses on determining the nature of the nodule and assessing for potential thyroid dysfunction or cancer.
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