HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Constant Tiredness While Having Palpable Nodules On Thyroid?

Hello. I am constantly tired and achy ALL THE TIME. I have palpable nodules on my thyroids that, from biannually examinations, seem to slowly increase in size. I haven't had this checked out in a while, at least 2 years, and wonder if this is something I need to get addressed right away? Thanks!
Wed, 15 Feb 2017
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hello,
Thank you for asking your question at health care magic

The symptoms of constant tiredness are indicative of hypothyroidism (decreased thyroid hormone)
Nodules in thyroid gland can be of different types, but since your symptoms are suggestive of hypothyroidism and the size of the nodule is progressively increasing , it need to be evaluated further to look for the presence of cancerous cells (which is unlikely because of the long duration of your symptoms)

Moreover I would like to more about your symptoms like
-your age and gender
-onset and duration of symptoms
-any pain in neck
-weight loss
-change in eating habits
-menstrual irregularity (in case of females)
-hair loss,skin changes
-intolerance to cold
-family history of hypothyroidism/thyroid cancer

I also recommend further work up
-Thyroid stimulating hormone levels
-free t3
-free t4
-thyroglobulin levels
-Radioactive iodine uptake scan
-Fine needle aspiration cytology of the nodule depending on initial investigation results , to see if it is benign/cancerous

You need to consult your doctor as soon as possible, as your symptoms need medical attention
Depending on the work up and test results your doctor can determine appropriate management.

Hope I was able to help you
Please feel free to address further concerns
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi
I find this answer helpful

1 Doctor agrees with this answer


Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Constant Tiredness While Having Palpable Nodules On Thyroid?

Hello, Thank you for asking your question at health care magic The symptoms of constant tiredness are indicative of hypothyroidism (decreased thyroid hormone) Nodules in thyroid gland can be of different types, but since your symptoms are suggestive of hypothyroidism and the size of the nodule is progressively increasing , it need to be evaluated further to look for the presence of cancerous cells (which is unlikely because of the long duration of your symptoms) Moreover I would like to more about your symptoms like -your age and gender -onset and duration of symptoms -any pain in neck -weight loss -change in eating habits -menstrual irregularity (in case of females) -hair loss,skin changes -intolerance to cold -family history of hypothyroidism/thyroid cancer I also recommend further work up -Thyroid stimulating hormone levels -free t3 -free t4 -thyroglobulin levels -Radioactive iodine uptake scan -Fine needle aspiration cytology of the nodule depending on initial investigation results , to see if it is benign/cancerous You need to consult your doctor as soon as possible, as your symptoms need medical attention Depending on the work up and test results your doctor can determine appropriate management. Hope I was able to help you Please feel free to address further concerns Regards, Dr.Lekshmi