Don't worry too much when you know you have thyroid nodules. However, we should not take this lightly, as a small percentage of nodules carry a potential risk of malignant changes. Today, we will delve into which nodules may be dangerous and have the possibility of becoming cancerous. Once a thyroid nodule is diagnosed, doctors usually recommend that patients undergo regular ultrasound examinations to closely monitor the growth dynamics of the nodules. In this process, there are 7 morphological and changing nodules that require our vigilance, which may indicate the arrival of cancer.
1. Irregular shape and hard quality
Usually, benign nodules have a regular shape, like rounded pearls, and some are accompanied by full halos. However, if the nodule is irregular, like a rugged mountain, then we need to be vigilant. This type of nodule carries a certain danger and has the possibility of becoming cancerous. At the same time, if the nodule is hard and cannot move up and down with the swallowing action, we also need to pay attention to it. 2. The edge is not clear
Benign nodules generally have clear peripheral edges, while malignant nodules invade surrounding tissues and the boundaries will be unclear.
3. Abundant blood flow
The thyroid gland, the blood-rich organ, resembles a lush forest. If the nodules within it are surging with a torrent of blood and flowing in a haphazard manner, then the forest is in danger. This blood-rich nodule, like a demon in the dark night, is extremely dangerous, and the chance of becoming cancerous should not be underestimated. 4. Calcification
The calcifications of benign thyroid nodules are often dense and well-defined, while the shadows of malignant calcifications are faint and blurred.
5. Fast growth
Benign nodules generally develop slowly, while malignant nodules develop rapidly, and if the nodule grows rapidly in a short period of time, it is necessary to be alert that it may be a malignant nodule.
6. Single shot
Thyroid nodules, single or double, vary in morphology. A single nodule, like a pearl falling on the thyroid body, is rounded and distinctive. Multiple nodules, on the other hand, resemble bright stars, with small particles converging on the thyroid gland. In general, multiple nodules are docile and less likely to become cancerous;Single-haired nodules, especially the larger ones, are potentially malignant.
7. Solidity
The texture of thyroid nodules is like a piece of land, some are solid as stones, and some are hollow like holes.
Solid nodules, as the name suggests, are filled with soil inside, while cystic nodules resemble a lake, with fluid taking up most of the space.
Cystic nodules are like fertile fields, with both the solidity of the soil and the moisture of water.
Mixed nodules resemble a complex land with stone accumulation and water infiltration.
Solid nodules are like hard rocks and have the highest chance of malignant transformation
Multiple cystic nodules are like a clear spring, and the chance of malignant transformation is the lowest. Start planning for my 2024