Definition and Characteristics of Thyroid Angioma
Thyroid angiomas are common in middle-aged women, with main characteristics including enlargement of one side of the thyroid gland, possibly accompanied by neck pain, which becomes more pronounced during physical activity but returns to normal after rest. Some patients may experience difficulty speaking or hoarseness during exercise, which may be due to the enlargement of the angioma and compression of the recurrent laryngeal nerve. It typically occurs in middle-aged individuals, with a higher incidence in females than in males, and the tumor diameter is usually less than 5 millimeters. In most cases, surgery is not required, but regular checks and follow-up are necessary.
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