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Cold nodule
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Nodule
 
Definition: A nonfunctioning thyroid nodule/lump that does not concentrate radioactive isotopes in a thyroid scan and may be indicative of cancer.

Also Known As: Suspicious nodule

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Thyroid Nodules, Lumps and Goiter
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