every year for physical examination, and many people found thyroid nodules . "I don't feel anything at all, it doesn't hurt or itchy. What is nodules ?" Many people even know for the first time that thyroid is...
Knowledge card - Where is the thyroid gland?
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland just below the "Adam's apple" and on both sides of the trachea. It is the largest endocrine organ in the human body. Its main function is to make thyroid hormone . The growth and development of the human body, nutritional metabolism and energy metabolism, all depend on thyroid hormones, which are one of the very important hormones in the human body.
Why does the thyroid develop nodules? The causes of
thyroid nodules are not completely clear at present. It is currently believed that they are related to factors such as radioactive contact, autoimmunity , and iodine intake.
➀, iodine intake (too much or too little iodine intake)
Severe iodine deficiency can cause endemic goiter, but excessive iodine intake can also cause a variety of thyroid diseases , such as thyroid abnormalities and thyroid nodules.
➁, environmental pollution and the decline in the body's immune function are related to factors such as factors.
Therefore, in terms of diet, you should pay attention to the reasonable combination of protein, fat, sugar and vitamins, and also pay attention to the appropriate intake of iodine, while avoiding staying up late and working too much pressure.
➂, radiation, natural radioactive source , etc. are the only clear pathogenic factors of thyroid cancer at present.
Can you eat iodine salt and high iodine foods after finding out thyroid nodules?
I don’t have too much iodine, and less, the right amount is the best.
According to Chongqing Daily, as of now, all districts and counties in Chongqing have maintained a state of eliminating iodine deficiency. It can be said that under the current implementation of salt iodine policy, most Chongqing people do not lack iodine (i.e., iodine is suitable). Be careful not to eat high-iodine foods such as kelp and seaweed for a long time.
But special groups need special treatment. If it is a thyroid nodule and hyperthyroidism, the intake of iodine should be restricted. When cooking, you should choose iodine-free salt, eat less pickled foods, and avoid eating high-iodine foods, such as kelp, seaweed, wakame , jellyfish , shrimp shells and other seafood.
Does thyroid nodules need to be reviewed? Do I need surgical treatment?
Thyroid nodules may be benign or cancerous, mostly benign. Benefits have no effect on the human body. Most of them do not require special treatment. You only need to do a color thyroid ultrasound during the physical examination every year. However, the risk and potential risk of malignant tumors in some thyroid nodules are high, and they need to be evaluated and treated. Nodules that meet the surgical indications will be surgically removed.
Neck Ultrasound examination is currently the preferred imaging method for diagnosing thyroid diseases. If the color ultrasound cannot initially determine whether the thyroid nodule is benign or malignant, a fine needle puncture biopsy examination should be performed.
How to prevent thyroid nodules?
Although some of the reasons for the increase in thyroid incidence are not clear, according to the existing data, the incidence of thyroid nodules is related to age, gender, work nature, mood, etc.
Avoiding thyroid nodules can start from balancing iodine intake, avoiding radiation (especially in adolescence), reducing staying up late, maintaining a good mental and mental state.
Source: Yangzi Famous Doctor Group
