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Q: Palpable goitre ?

asked by: Breezie on October 29th, 2009

New User

I have had blood tests, an ultrasound, an x ray and a barium swallow, all which are normal. My doctor tested me for TSH and t3 t4 which were also normal. She is sending me to an endocrinologist.

I noticed pain and swelling in my neck approx. 8 weeks ago. I have pain and dull aches, trouble swallowing and now my ears are starting to hurt. I also notice pain in the back of my neck and shoulders now. My doctor and an ER doctor could definitely feel swelling. They said I have a palpable goitre, but with all my blood work and ultrasound normal, they aren't saying much. Sorry I forgot to add that my throat hurts, burns and I have a cough. I am a 32 year old female. Any thoughts on what it could be?

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MyrahU

replied on November 3rd, 2009

Active User, very eHealthy

Rather than an endocrinologist, I would suggest you consider seeing an Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor. If all your tests are normal and the ultrasound was normal (no nodule on your thyroid?), I'm not sure what an endocrinologist could do for you. Your symptoms are concentrated pretty much in your ears and throat. Ask about going to an ENT.

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