Thyroid Nodules: Are There Gender Differences?

Abstract

Background: Although gender has always been regarded as one of the essential epidemiological factors to take into account when researching thyroid illnesses, the relatively recent field of gender medicine has contributed to providing fresh insights into the topic. The existing research in clinical practice confirms the significance and frequency of both functional and neoplastic thyroid problems. Our goal is not to address every aspect of the topic but rather to provide some guidance to initiate a new and thought-provoking discussion. As a result of a fruitful mindset shift in our practice, further research is required to develop better diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and incorporate them into everyday clinical work-up. Aim of the study: To evaluate how common the thyroid nodules are in females in comparison to males in Minia governorate in the period from December 2020 to June 2023. Patients & Methods: This study included 100 euthyroid patients with thyroid nodules diagnosed with ultrasound; Results: The patients' ages ranged from 18 to 79 years, with a mean age of 39.8 years ± 12.2. 10 of them were males (10%) and 90 were females (90%). The Majority of the patients had thyroid nodules in their right and left lobes, 44% and 31% respectively. Furthermore, most of them were classified as TIRADS III and IV. Conclusion: As people age, thyroid nodular disease becomes more common and is more prevalent in females.