Whether the benign enlargement of the left thyroid gland can be operated or not can not be generalized, it is necessary to analyze the specific situation, most of them do not need surgery, the main indications for surgery are as follows.
1. Enlarged thyroid nodules with obvious compression symptoms, such as compression of the posterior trachea.
2. Thyroid nodule combined with hyperthyroidism, the effect of medical treatment is not good.
3. Thyroid nodules are located in the mediastinum or behind the sternum.
4. Progressive enlargement of thyroid nodules with high risk factors for thyroid cancer or malignant tendency.
In most cases, benign enlargement of the thyroid gland does not require surgery, but it should be closely followed up. If any of the above situations occurs, it is recommended to go to the hospital and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.