Painful nodule

[Nixtribe]

I had an ultrasound performed 6 days ago due to doctor finding a thyroid nodule on a ct scan.  The scan was performed because I have been having shock type pains through neck, shoulders, arms and face.  I still do not have any results yet....have tried up until Friday to get hold of my doctor due to pain developing in my neck.  

The left side of my neck is pretty swollen...there is a very tender spot where the nodule is.  (I can feel the nodule when I touch my neck).  I am having an extreemly hard time swallowing, and turning my neck.  I have barley any voice..it is very weak.  My mouth is very dry even though I drink lots of water.  

I know I need to get hold of my doctor asap tomorrow morning...but I was also going to search out a specialist on my own.  I believe the doctor is getting me an apointment with an ENT asap.  I was also wondering if I should go to an endo first or go with the ENT.  

Concerned about the increasing pain everyday.  Any suggestions, advice, or anything is appreciated.  Thanks so much.  

[Nixtribe]

thanks so much for your advice....i am going to get on the phone and make some appointments this morning.  

[ChitChatNine]

Go with both ....the ENT is a surgeon and the Endo does not do surgery so you'll get 2 opinions. An ENT will do a scope most likely and see a bit better if the nodule is doing anything to cause the pain.

I'm not a Dr., but it may be compressing on your vocal cords or may have gotten inflammed from the pressing ... after an ultrasound mine would hurt a bit but not as you describe.


Can you let us know how you make out and WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY!

Cheryl