Frequently Asked Questions on Topics for the Entire Family, for your health and well being and more! FAQs - Thyroid Disease Thyroid Disease I felt a lump in my thyroid. What does that mean? My doctor said I have hyperthyroidism. What do I need to do now? My doctor said I have hypothyroidism. What do I do now? My voice has been getting more hoarse with this thyroid mass. What should I do? Why has my voice been hoarse since I had thyroid surgery? Why do I get tremors since my thyroid surgery? How long do I need to take thyroid hormone after having my thyroid completely removed? If I have a history of radiation exposure should I be concerned? If I have a family history of thyroid cancer how often should I follow-up? What is a Fine needle aspiration? If my Fine needle aspiration was benign what does that mean? If my Fine needle aspiration was malignant what does that mean? How long do I need to follow-up if I have thyroid cancer? What testing needs to be done after they remove my thyroid? How long is my recovery after thyroid surgery? Are then any special things I need to do to take care of my scar? Are there any activities I should avoid after surgery? If there is a subject you think we need in the FAQ section, please contact us and let us know!