Hi Lily,

I had a total thyroidectomy approximately 2 years ago. The scars
are hardly noticeable now. If you find a good surgeon, you SHOULD
be fine. I do caution to not think that this a miracle solution.
You STILL may encounter problems that are very thyroid-related. I
am still in my recovery mode. You will have to take thyroid
medication probably for the rest of your life and just like hypo
patients, have it adjusted regularly. But like me, if it's 'dead'
like mine was, you will benefit in the long run having it removed.
Best of luck, my prayers are with you.

Kady

--- In ThyroidDisease2@yahoogroups.com, "lilyvc" <lilyvc@...> wrote:
>
> Hi, I'm new to this group because I was diagnosed with a 1cm
thyroid
> nodule about a month ago. I had an ultrasound, TSH (.03), and
FreeT4
> (19) tests done. I then had a fine-needle aspiration biopsy,
which
> showed follicular neoplasm. My doctor is now recommending that I
> remove the left lobe of my thyroid. I'm 26 years old. I'm
feeling
> very nervous and unprepared for surgery, I'm seeking a second
opinion
> to see if there are any alternatives to surgery. Can people talk
> about their own experience with a lobectomy or thyroidectomy
though?
> I'm really worried about the scarring. I know they find a skin
> crease, but given my age, I don't have a lot of creasing that
would
> hide a scar... does the incision have to be in the middle of your
> neck, or can it be off to one side? I'd really appreciate your
> thoughts!
>
> - Lily
>