Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Is A Small Echogenic Focus Will It Reflect Small Or Calcification ?
what is a small echogenic focus may reflect small or calcification? dilation of thyroid is unremarkable. hypoehoic nodule the circumscribed?
Sun, 22 Jan 2012
Hi,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic Forum,
Thyroid gland can be compared to a honeycomb where in the spaces are filled with some semisolid material called colloid. In some thyroid conditions there is deposits of a mineral called calcium (as in bone) over the soft tissues in the thyroid forming a dense nodule called calcification. This can sometimes lead to the thyroid cancer. In this case there are some small opacifications which can be calcium deposits in the thyroid gland.
Take care
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar
Welcome to HealthcareMagic Forum,
Thyroid gland can be compared to a honeycomb where in the spaces are filled with some semisolid material called colloid. In some thyroid conditions there is deposits of a mineral called calcium (as in bone) over the soft tissues in the thyroid forming a dense nodule called calcification. This can sometimes lead to the thyroid cancer. In this case there are some small opacifications which can be calcium deposits in the thyroid gland.
Take care
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar
I find this answer helpful
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]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Thyroid
Loading Online Doctors....