What is thyroid tumor?

Thyroid adenoma is a mass formed by abnormal growth of thyroid tissue. Treatments include medication, surgery and radioactive iodine therapy. The causes of thyroid adenoma may be related to genetics, environment, physiological factors, trauma or pathological changes.

1. Genetic factors: People with a family history of thyroid tumors have a higher risk of the disease. Gene mutations may cause abnormal proliferation of thyroid cells. It is recommended that people with a family history undergo regular thyroid function tests to detect abnormalities early.

2. Environmental factors: Long-term exposure to radiation, such as radioactive substances or X-rays, may increase the risk of thyroid tumors. Reduce exposure to radiation sources and wear protective equipment to reduce the probability of disease.

3. Physiological factors: Abnormal secretion of thyroid hormones, such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, may lead to hyperplasia of thyroid tissue. Thyroid hormone levels can be regulated by drugs, such as levothyroxine sodium tablets and methimazole, to control the progression of the disease.

4. Trauma: External impact or surgical injury to the neck may cause abnormal proliferation of thyroid tissue. Avoid neck trauma and perform imaging examinations to assess thyroid status when necessary.

5. Pathological changes: Thyroid inflammation, nodular goiter and other diseases may develop into thyroid tumors. Treat the primary disease, such as anti-inflammatory drugs, thyroid hormone replacement therapy, etc., to prevent the disease from worsening.

Treatments for thyroid tumors include medication, surgery, and radioactive iodine therapy. Common medications include levothyroxine sodium tablets and methimazole, which help regulate thyroid hormone levels. Surgical treatment is suitable for cases where the tumor is large or suspected to be malignant, and surgical methods include partial thyroidectomy and total thyroidectomy. Radioactive iodine therapy destroys abnormal thyroid tissue by taking radioactive iodine orally, and is suitable for patients who cannot undergo surgery or who have relapsed after surgery.

The causes of thyroid tumors are complex, involving genetic, environmental, physiological, traumatic and pathological factors. The progression of the disease can be effectively controlled through medication, surgery and radioactive iodine treatment. Regular thyroid function tests, avoiding exposure to radiation sources and regulating thyroid hormone levels are important measures to prevent thyroid tumors. Early detection and treatment of thyroid tumors can help improve cure rates and quality of life.