Self-testing for thyroid nodules can be done by touching and combining it with the presence of thyroid function abnormalities, but there are limitations to the self-testing of thyroid nodules. Patients who are suspected to have thyroid nodules are advised to go to the hospital and receive standardized treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
Some patients with thyroid nodules may be able to palpate the nodules, but it is difficult to palpate small diameter nodules, and excessive palpation or even squeezing of the thyroid gland may aggravate the condition of hyperthyroidism.
In addition, thyroid nodules may be combined with thyroid function abnormalities, such as hypothyroidism may have symptoms of fatigue, memory loss, loss of concentration, chills, bloating, constipation, etc., while hyperthyroidism may have symptoms of palpitations, fear of heat, excessive sweating, irritability, trembling of the hands, etc., so through the above clinical manifestations can be a certain degree of judgment of thyroid nodules are combined with thyroid function abnormalities.
However, the method of self-testing the thyroid gland has some limitations. If you suspect that you have thyroid nodules, it is recommended that you undergo ultrasonography of the thyroid gland as well as thyroid function tests, and undergo treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
If you suspect that you have thyroid nodules, you can go to the hospital and ask your doctor to make a judgment, rather than making a blind judgment on your own.