thyroid biopsy

Your pathology report for benign follicular nodule of the thyroid gland

A benign follicular nodule is a non-cancerous lump that forms in the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that help regulate your metabolism, energy levels, and many important body functions. The word “benign” means that the nodule is not cancerous and does …
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Your pathology report for suspicious for follicular neoplasm

What does “suspicious for follicular neoplasm” mean? Suspicious for follicular neoplasm is a term pathologists use to describe an abnormal growth in the thyroid gland. It is a preliminary diagnosis that includes both non-cancerous and cancerous conditions. These conditions include: Adenomatoid nodule – Adenomatoid nodule is a non-cancerous type of growth in the thyroid gland. …
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