Hi there. I had Hurthle's Cells (as it is spelled here in Australia!) some 3 years ago in my right side.
There is no need for a second opinion, only if you are not happy in the treatment options.
Hurthle's Cells are formed by follicular cells which for some unknown reason change and start to produce a cancerous cell. Now don't freak out at that! Provided the HC are contained in a nodule then surgical removal is the best option.
It sounds that your thyroid has died off and is ready for surgical removal anyway.
I had a similar problem with thyroid and had it removed.
If you need more info, don't hesitate to ask!
Cheers!
I guess I should have clarified, the pathologist says benign even though there are hurthle cells present. No recommended course of treatment.
It doesn't matter if it says benign, if the nodule contains at least 75% Hurthle cells the latest thinking is to err on the side of caution and take it out. The new classification of Hurthle cell adenoma is now labelled as a cancer. Even if it is still contained inside the nodule. If it has less than 75% cells in the nodule they will do a watchful wait and repeat biopsies in either 6 monthly or yearly intervals, depending on the doctor.