worried! anyone have experience with THYROID problems?

Question

to cut a long-ish story short...
im 17 years old
my doctor noticed a lump in my throat
he said it could be a goitre (in the thyroid gland)
he said id have to have a blood test and ultrasound scan to properly diagnose it
ive had the blood test, awaiting the results, and having the ultrasound soon

the thing is...
i have an extremely sensitive neck, almost like a phobia of it being touched
i get the shivers and cramp up when i think of having the ultrasound scan in a couple of weeks

and now ive just read on the internet of a girl who had the same poitential problem, but she also had to have an INJECTION IN HER NECK! this scares the hell out of me. im fine with injections in general but i just wouldnt be able to cope with one in my neck.. noo way

is it possible ill have to have one? and could i ask to be put to sleep? (i know how pathetic that sounds, but the fear is so intense and irrational i dont know if id physically let them go near my neck with a needle if i was awake

Answer 1

Try not to worry so much. But if it does turn out that you'll need a shot, discuss your fears with your doctor beforehand.

Answer 2

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits low on the front of the neck. Your thyroid lies below your Adam’s apple, along the front of the windpipe. The thyroid has two side lobes, connected by a bridge (isthmus) in the middle. When the thyroid is its normal size, you’re unlikely to be able to feel it.
All types of hyperthyroidism are due to overproduction of thyroid hormones, but the condition can develop in several ways.
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Answer 3

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Answer 4

if your ultrasound reveals a cystic mass (i.e. mass containing fluid) the doctor will opt to just aspirate it with a syringe. but if its solid, i bet he's going to prescribe you with oral meds. if its the former, i dont think you can be put to sleep. its a simple procedure actually and doesnt even need a local anaesthesia. i think you just have to relax the whole time. hold someone's hand which you can squeeze while on the procedure...

good luck!

Answer 5

I have two nieces who had to go through similar experiences at your age. I would suggest you talk with the doctor about your phobias and concerns. I'm sure they can give you something to relax you.