Which concerns are assessed?
- Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease
- Thyroid nodules and multinodular goitre (MNG)
- Nodule assessment and follow-up
- Thyroid cancer consultation
How is it assessed?
- Neck examination, TSH/indicated hormone tests, ultrasound and risk-based ultrasound-guided FNAC.
How is care planned?
- Options include monitoring low-risk nodules, medical/endocrinology care for hormone disorders and selected surgery for compressive or suspicious lesions.
When is prompt or emergency care needed?
- Rapid enlargement, new hoarseness or swallowing difficulty needs prompt assessment; breathing difficulty requires emergency care.
For a life-threatening emergency, seek emergency care or call 999 in Bangladesh.
Frequently asked questions
Does every nodule need FNAC?
No. Ultrasound features, size and clinical risk determine whether it is needed.