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What is nodules?

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According to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, a thyroid nodule is a lump in or on the thyroid gland. Nodules can be caused by a simple overgrowth of normal thyroid tissue, fluid-filled cysts, inflammation, or a tumor.

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Nodules are hard lumps right underneath your skin. They can also be called cysts. They are usually filled with puss.

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