**Diagnosis of thyroid nodule** Thyroid nodules can be mentioned among the most common thyroid diseases. Fortunately, about 90% of thyroid nodules are benign. ***Thyroid nodule diagnosis*** may be done in different ways. One of the suitable methods for diagnosis is ultrasound. In this article, it is fully explained in this context. ### **Thyroid** The endocrine gland that leads to the control of body metabolism in humans is called thyroid. This gland is responsible for increasing the metabolism in the body. #### **Overactive thyroid** One of the thyroid problems is its overactivity, which has symptoms such as increased heart rate, increased blood supply to the muscles, increased blood supply to the lungs, low glycogen storage, low fat storage, etc. #### **underactive thyroid** Like thyroid overactivity, its underactivity also has many symptoms such as weight gain, dry skin, increased fat reserves, increased glycogen levels, etc. #### **Thyroid nodule** As mentioned, thyroid nodules are mostly benign and there is no need to worry, with timely and accurate diagnosis, it can be treated. Thyroid nodules usually do not require special treatment unless they cause symptoms ### **Symptoms of thyroid nodule** Some symptoms of thyroid nodules include: - Sometimes thyroid nodules cause obvious changes in appearance. - It may cause breathing disorders for the patient. - Creating difficulty in swallowing food - creating fatigue in sound ### **Thyroid diagnosis methods** One of the important methods in diagnosing thyroid nodules is the use of ultrasound. Using Doppler ultrasound, it is possible to check the vessels of the masses. Also, by using elastoscan ultrasound, the degree of hardness in thyroid masses can be detected. With this ultrasound, it is possible to check whether the nodules are benign or malignant. In order to investigate thyroid problems, in addition to neck ultrasound, blood tests, sampling, MRI, etc. can also be used. **The choice of diagnosis method is determined by your doctor.** ### **sonography thyroid gland** In this ultrasound, it is possible to detect the solidity of tumors and to check their exact location. ### **Important points before thyroid ultrasound** Do not talk during the ultrasound until the end of the work. In order to make a better diagnosis, if you have already had a thyroid ultrasound, bring the previous ultrasound sheet with you. Avoid carrying any necklaces, hair clips and other accessories. ### **Treatment of thyroid nodule** #### **Surgical treatment** One of the methods that was very common in the past is to perform a surgery in which an examination is made on the skin and then the mass is removed. General anesthesia was used in this surgery. #### **Treatment with RF** One of the new methods in the treatment of thyroid nodule causes the least damage to the patient and is a minimally invasive treatment method, and the patient is treated using RF waves. In this method, local anesthesia is used and it is an outpatient treatment. ### **cost of thyroid ultrasound** The cost of thyroid ultrasound is determined by the Ministry of Health and is determined according to the needs of the client. So go to a good ultrasound center so you don't pay extra. **Dr. Saif's ultrasound center is one of the best ultrasound centers in Tehran. In order to receive advice and ask questions in this field, you can call 88553155-88553310.**