Radiologist Questions

Carotid Artery ultrasound

I had a carotid artery ultrasound done and while doing this they seen an abnormality on my thyroid.. essentially my primary care Dr said it looked like a shadow on my thyroid and most likely will be a benign nodule. I'll make an appointment to get a full ultrasound of my thyroid. I'm freaked out about the word "shadow" .. doesn't that usual point to malignacy? Im worried and wish I could relax! No lump.. no other symptoms what so ever!

Female | 64 years old
Medications: None
Conditions: osteoporosis

1 Answer

Thyroid nodules are very common, many are very benign.