Have you been done the nuclear iodine uptake scan to check for hot and cold nodules?
Was it described the nature of the nodules (simple or complex) in the ultrasound report?

I guess you have Multinodular Goiter, many nodules causing enlarged thyroid gland.
Enlarged thyroid gland can compress vital structures in neck, trachea and esophagus, leading to coughing, difficulty breathing and swallowing problems (something stuck in the throat, sore throat, slight change in voice).
There is often a dominant nodule within a multinodular goiter which can cause concern for cancer (the one that will be checked with biopsy)

These nodules are developed like extra thyroid tissue to substitute and correct the body lack of thyroid hormones (You have right about your symptoms, they are characteristic for hypothyroidism, increased weight and difficulty losing some is sign of hypothyroidism)

I'm not sure wether they are complex or not. My dr. said some are fluid filled some look solid. One is 2.5 cm and one is 1 cm with numerous smaller nodules. The radiologist report said they could not rule out cancer from the scan. All I have had done is the ultrasound. I am scheduled for the needle biopsy July 14, I was hoping for much sooner. Some stuff I've read online piont to cancer even though it sounds like usually it isn't. I have had headaches, it came on suddenly, my blood work is normal etc. I know I shouldn't worry, it seems like I'm thinking about it all the time though!

Symptoms of thyroid cancer are very similar to those caused by other infective and benign conditions.
So, a biopsy is the only sure way to know whether a nodule is cancerous.
Cystic lesion that has both solid and cystic (liquid) components is called complex cyst.
This lesion is actually known as tumor, because of the solid component (the liquid component can be formed due to some bleeding in the tumor)
Although a cancer in these tumors is very possible, still, majority of tumors of this type are benign.
I understand your worries, but, most of the thyroid tumors, even, malignant ones are always curable.

Best wishes!
Waiting for your post!
Marija

HELLO HAVE HAD ALL THE TEST DONE A PERSON COULD HAVE DONE ON THEIR THYROIDS. WENT AND SEEN DR THE OTHER DAY AND NOW HE IS DOING A NOTHER BIOPSY HE WOULD NOT SAY IF IT WAS CANCER OR NOT BUT I HAVE CYSTIC COMPONENTS THAT MEASURE 1.9X1.1X1.3 A SOLID NODULE IS 8 MM RIGHT LOBE IS 5.9X1.5X2.2 LEFT THYROID IS 5.5X1.5X1.6 CM I HAVE A GOITER AND NOW I AM SCARED I HAVE BEEN READING A LOT OF STUFF I GOT A COPY OF MY REPORT AND IT SHOW I HAVE CANCER ON THE READING I AM DOING ON THE NET PLEASE REPLY RATHER IT IS GOOD OR BAD NEWS I NEED TO KNOW I GO BACK THE 23 OF JULY FOR MY RESULTS THANK YOU DEBBIE IN FLORIDA

I guess I won't be getting the biopsy tomorrow, it is just a preliminary visit. Which is so frustrating! Mostly the waiting and the cost since we will be paying for it ourself! I know it is scary I have managed to forget about it a little. Most of what I have read is reassuring, but I know there is still a chance for cancer. Hang in there, I'm just starting on this rollercoaster ride. I'll post what I find out. My computer is down so it may be a couple days. God Bless Shannon

Hey I just joined the forum today and was wondering how you are doing.

I was told I had a cyst in December found by accident after a scan of my chest.
Had the ultrasound and needle biopsy but the doc said it was unclear if it had malignant cells in it.

The more I thought about it I decided not to let anyone cut into my neck just yet.

Its been 8 months I probably need to get another ultrasound.

I GO AUGUST 8 FOR A CERVICAL DEEP LYMPH NODE BIOPSY SO KINDA SCARED BUT MY LYMPH NODES ARE VERY ENLARGED BUT I ALSO HAVE A GOITER AND NODULERS SO WISH ME LUCK THANK YOU DEBBIE IN FLORIDA

Hi! I had surgery in May 2008 - All my thyroid was taken out, diagnosed with total Thyroid Cancer, and received radiation iodine. I will need to wait until next year in February to know if I am Cancer free. We need to create Thyroid Cancer awareness. This is a silent Cancer. I knew I had nodules when I told my doctor about my mom and sister having Thyroid Cancer. I could not feel a bump and neither the doctor. A sonogram confirmed several nodules. I feel for all of you that are passing thru this right now. Its not easy. Its an emotional roller coaster. Thanks for your support and feel free to pm me..........

I hope I can shorten this, please bear with me.
Have thyroid cysts and 1 dominant nodule. Had ultra sound to confirm. was sent to surgeon. He might be good Dr. I don't know, 3 years in practice and my hubby and I were both toally lost. Contradicted himself a few times. Not good at answering a question. And For the most part we are pretty normal and knowledgeable. Surgeon ordering Thyroid scan, and possible FNA. He said he can't tell by xrays. Which I totally get. However he said, even if it's cancer. might be better to leave it, not take it out. What?? Said risks were there, but just normal stuff I read on web. A lot of people have had thyroid surgery. Hoping I can get some positive results from someone. He says "bleeding, infection, vocal cord damage, hoareness, maybe permanent. And the fact that I had a tracheostomy 14 years ago (Tube in for almost 3 months, no problems now))would make it so difficult, Might get another one, and maybe even permanent trach. (little shocker there) Said he wouldn't do it anyway, so now sending me on to Head, Neck Dr. I know things don't always go without problems, but surely lots of people don't hear all this negative stuff. I felt like maybe his lack of years being a Dr. might have had somting to do with it. But I'm left to wonder. Haven't had the 2nd scan yet, so who knows, but am frustrated and feel like I'm pushed from here to there, with no good answer. Any positive info out there? I could use help here.I hope some who has had the surgery can give some insight, and has anyone who ever had a Trach, also had thyroid surgery? Thannks for any info. Cherann

Me: 44 yr old male-- overweight. Never noticed nodule until it was removed 12/17/08.(Swallowing is easier now) 12/19/08 I was told it was Papillary cancer. Completed thyroidectomy 01/14/09 Surgerys were not too bad, but i can see if you had previous neck surgery and residual scarring, removal of the thyroid would be harder. Mine aggravates my throat-- like a scratchy sore throat-- when it swells up. I'm not a singer, but high notes are impossible 1 month post surgery. I am scheduled for radioiodine treatment Feb. 13th. Wish i knew if my isolation from ppl was gonna be 3 or 4 days, or exactly how long will it take? (Thanks for the posts-- info is helpful)

Just to say thanks for info. My problem may be a little different I guess. But, still good to know somebody reads these. I'm not familiar with Thyroid issues and makes it harder to understand a lot of it. Thanks again. Cherann

I have been dealing with very bad breath for a while now so I went into a walk-in clinic thinking I had tonsil stones(old food lodged in my tonsils) that I couldn't see anymore but was told I needed an immediate ultrasound. I then found out that I had a 3c mass on my thyroid. Still waiting to get into the ear,nose,throat doctor. Can anyone tell me what I should expect next and also could the tonsil stones and the mass be related?

I have nodules on my thyroid. My sister had thyroid cancer and I have gotten my thyroid bloodwork done (not sure what it is called). But it came back normal. I have always had difficulty swallowing. I thought it was due to acid reflux.
I have been having heart palpitations and I went to the dr and she said the EKG was normal. Then went onto say that thyroid problems can cause palpitations. She felt my thyroid and order and ultrasound. Found nodules and now I got go get a scan done on it.
Sorry if this doesnt make any sense. It is 1 a.m. and I am up worrying about it. It seems like it has gotten larger but not real sure. then I searched my symptoms and came across anaplastic thyroid cancer. I worry extremely bad. The only symptom of that I have would be the difficulty swallowing and it seems like it has grown.
Someone please help me and tell me it will be ok. It is most likely not this. I am going crazy and cannot sleep.

I went in for a biopsy on my 3 cm mass today and found out the most interesting news...IT WAS GONE. It was only one week ago that an ultrasound verified that I had it....now it's just gone. I'm happy as I can be. Is it a miracle or is there a medical explanation? I've been on a high dosage of amoxicillan for a week now. I'm thinking this is some kind infection in my throat that landed on my thyroid. Any thoughts?
Thanks