Two Thy3a biopsies and discharged?

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Hi folks,

Looking for some advice from you knowledgeable bunch!

I've had a lump in my thyroid since 2021. Initially, it was 1.3cm. Biopsy classified it as Thy3a.

Reviewed in 2022 and lump had grown to 1.8cm. No biopsy done and the initial size of the lump was incorrectly reported (1.6cm instead of 1.3cm) in ultrasound report.

Reviewed in 2023. Lump still 1.8cm. Biopsy done and returned Thy3a again.

My consultant has seen me once in 2021. I've had no follow up or blood work. I have now been discharged from ENT with the consultant suggesting the lump is "stable" and to "leave it well alone"

Just looking to see if anyone has advice as to what I do now. I don't have a clear answer, and still have a lump (and symptoms!).

Millibob 9 months ago

Hell ScotMum I have just noticed your post has gone unanswered. I can't give you an answer myself as I have a different cancer, however by me replying, your post will be "bumped" back to the top of the forum and be seen by other Community members and I would hope you receive a reply.

On a personal note (I am not a medical man and my knowledge of Thyroid Cancer starts at nothing and tapers off!) I would be going back to my G P and asking for a second opinion as I am not happy!!

I hope you manage to resolve the issues.

Best wishes - Brian.

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latchbrook 9 months ago

Hi ScotMum and a very warm welcome to the online community which I hope you'll find is both an informative and supportive place to be.

It must be exasperating to have been discharged even though you still have the original symptoms and don't have a "clear answer".

Could I suggest that you give the Macmillan Support Line a call on 0808 808 0000 and chat things through with them. They are available every day from 9am to 8pm.

"Never regret a day in your life, good days give you happiness, bad days give you experience"

ScotMum 9 months ago in reply to Millibob

Hi Brian,

Thanks for your response. I actually phoned my GP to arrange a telephone discussion (receptionist wouldn't give me an in-person appointment!) only for the GP to decide that because I've been discharged and the "results" have been sent to me, I don't need to see or speak to them about it. I actually had to phone them back at 5:30pm the day they were supposed to phone me because getting in touch is apparently not their job. And that's with me explaining that there are errors on my medical records year on year...!

I wouldn't mind, but I can count on one hand the number of times I've seen a doctor in the past 10 years - I don't get sick!

ScotMum 9 months ago in reply to latchbrook

Hi latchbrook,

I've never thought to give the Macmillan Support Line a wee call. Figured it was only for people with actual diagnosis rather than those like myself caught in limbo.

I'm not sure I'm actually worried about it being the Big C - I'm fairly pragmatic about most things to be honest - it's the not having an definitive answer as to what's going on that's a bit odd.

latchbrook 9 months ago in reply to ScotMum

Hi again ScotMum

Yes the Support Line is for everyone and the nurses who man it are excellent.

Do give them a call

"Never regret a day in your life, good days give you happiness, bad days give you experience"

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