I have a multi nodular goitre which has been picked up by an MRI scan which was done last November. I have five nodules and one is different to the others. This has meant that I have had to have an ultrasound and then a fine needle biopsy. The needle biopsy has not worked because it is a vascular nodule and I am now being given two options. 1) keep an eye on it with regular ultrasounds and 2) have my right thyroid lobe removed along with the suspect nodule. My consultant has told me that he cannot say that the lump is benign and that is why he is suggesting surgery. I am worried sick and not sure what to do. Part of me thinks I should have the surgery with all its risks because if it is cancer then I want rid of it but the other half is thinking what if it is not cancer and I have had surgery that is unnecessary. Are vascular nodules more likely to be cancerous? My thyroid blood tests are all OK and I feel well. I have no symptoms such as hoarse voice, coughing or difficulty swallowing. The nodules are not even visible in my neck and the consultant could not feel them either. The suspect nodule is 11 to 12mm. How do I make the correct decision?
