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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
== Causes == | |||
Thyroid nodules are growths of cells in the thyroid gland. These growths can be: | |||
* Not cancer (benign) or thyroid cancer | |||
* Fluid-filled (cysts) or made up of thyroid gland cells | |||
* One nodule or a group of small nodules | |||
Causes of thyroid nodules are not always found, but can include: | |||
* Hashimoto's disease | |||
* Lack of iron in the diet | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Causes
Thyroid nodules are growths of cells in the thyroid gland. These growths can be:
- Not cancer (benign) or thyroid cancer
- Fluid-filled (cysts) or made up of thyroid gland cells
- One nodule or a group of small nodules
Causes of thyroid nodules are not always found, but can include:
- Hashimoto's disease
- Lack of iron in the diet