I found out I have a benign nodule in my right thyroid gland should I consider surgery or is it better to leave it alone? I'm a bit worried about risks and whether it's really necessary

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Treating benign nodules If a thyroid nodule isn't cancerous, treatment options include: Watchful waiting. If a biopsy shows that you have a noncancerous thyroid nodule, your doctor may suggest simply watching your condition. This usually means having a physical exam and thyroid function tests at regular intervals.

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My mom is 57 and has high calcium at 11.1 with PTH levels at 153. The doctor said it's her parathyroid glands and recommended surgery. Is surgery urgent or can we wait and monitor for a while? Are there any medications that could help bring her levels back to normal instead? She's been on BP meds for 3 years but her pressure is mostly under control.

It's important to discuss your mother's specific situation with her doctor to determine the best course of action. While surgery is the recommended treatment for primary hyperparathyroidism, it's not always an urgent situation, and there are other options to consider

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I've had this sore wound on my back for over 3 years that just won't heal. My homeo doctor recommended minor surgery to remove it, but I'm wondering if there are other treatment options without going under the knife. My blood sugar is around 300 - does that affect the healing? If surgery is really the only way, which specialist should I see for this?

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I'm struggling to lose weight even though I'm consistently working out and eating healthily. I've heard that high prolactin levels might be affecting my progress. What can I do about this? Any advice would be really helpful!

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