Abnormal lumps, or in medical terms known as “nodules”, are abnormal tissues that can grow anywhere in the body, and are usually small lumps filled with fluid. Although it can grow anywhere, most lumps will grow in the throat, lungs, thyroid, and adrenal glands. Although it sounds terrible, there is no need to worry because in fact, abnormal lumps are a very common medical case and almost all of them are classified as benign. In many cases, the doctor may not prescribe any treatment. However, you can still do some natural treatment methods that are proven effective to shrink lumps with the approval of a doctor. If you notice an abnormal lump growing on your body, immediately consult a doctor to identify whether or not specific medical treatment is necessary, and to get recommendations for steps that are appropriate for your condition.
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Method 1 of 3: Removing Abnormal Lumps at Home
Because 90% of abnormal lumps in the body are benign, doctors may not use specific treatment methods to get rid of them. However, there are some natural methods that you can do at home, of course with the approval and supervision of a doctor, to shrink the size of the lump. Again, apply the following tips only if your doctor has allowed you to, and only if your doctor thinks your lump is benign. Also, understand that the effectiveness of natural treatment methods varies greatly from person to person. Therefore, if you need a more effective method of shrinking or removing the lump, try consulting your doctor.
Step 1. Monitor the condition of the lump to make sure it doesn't increase in size
The "bump monitoring" procedure is actually a fairly common approach to treating benign lumps, regardless of their location. In particular, your doctor may monitor the lump for 6-18 months to make sure it doesn't develop or change. If nothing happens during this time, it's likely that the lump doesn't need to be treated.
Continue to communicate with your doctor while the monitoring process is ongoing. If the shape and size of the lump changes, schedule an examination with a doctor immediately
Step 2. Use herbal remedies to shrink the benign lump in the thyroid
Although home remedies are less effective at removing lumps, there is one natural remedy that may be helpful for shrinking lumps in the thyroid. The trick, try taking a mixture of 400 mg of spirulina, 50 mg of curcumin, and 50 mg of boswellia, twice a day. In some people, this method is effective in reducing the size of the lump in the thyroid after 3 months.
Consult the possibility of taking herbal medicines to your doctor to ensure they are safe for your body condition
Step 3. Do not use Chinese herbal remedies to treat lumps
Although some websites claim that Chinese herbal medicines are very effective for treating lumps, there is no scientific research to support this claim. Therefore, don't do it unless otherwise recommended by your doctor!
Step 4. Don't try to treat the lump by changing your diet
Some sites state that consuming more fruit, yogurt, and dietary supplements can shrink lumps, when combined with reducing the intake of fatty foods. Although such a diet is good for your health, unfortunately the size of the lump will not shrink because of it. Therefore, do not rely on these methods to reduce the size of the lump or even eliminate it.
Eating large amounts of fruits and vegetables can actually reduce the risk of cancer, especially thyroid cancer. However, doing so will not reduce the size of your lump
Method 2 of 3: Medically Removing Abnormal Lumps
Lazy to see a doctor? Unfortunately, abnormal lumps don't always go away with the help of natural remedies. In other words, keep seeing your doctor as soon as you notice a lump or abnormal tissue growing in your body. Through the examination process, the doctor will provide the right diagnosis, along with recommendations for the most appropriate treatment to address your problem.
Step 1. Perform a biopsy procedure to ensure that the lump is benign
Although the chances are very small, an abnormal lump that grows on your body may have the potential to develop into cancer. That's why, whenever examining a lump, the doctor may perform a biopsy to rule out the potential. During the biopsy process, the doctor will take a sample of the lump and examine it in a laboratory. In most cases, the test results are negative and indicate that the lump is benign.
- The biopsy procedure may be different, depending on the location of your lump. To remove an abnormal lump in the thyroid, the doctor may insert a small needle into the neck area. Meanwhile, to remove lumps located in the lungs, the doctor may insert a small tube into the throat.
- A biopsy is a standard medical procedure, and doing it doesn't necessarily make you a cancer patient! Remember, 90% of lumps are benign and do not have the potential to develop into cancer, so a biopsy is more appropriate to be called a preventive measure than a treatment.
Step 2. Take hormonal medication if the lump is on your thyroid
Both an underactive and an overactive thyroid can trigger the appearance of lumps. Therefore, if you experience any of these conditions, the doctor may feel the need to regulate thyroid performance with the help of hormonal drugs. The therapy may be able to shrink the lump and treat other complications that come with it.
- If your thyroid is underactive, your doctor may prescribe synthetic thyroid medication to improve thyroid function.
- On the other hand, if your thyroid is overactive, your doctor may prescribe antithyroid drugs such as Tapazole to decrease thyroid function.
- Remember, these drugs have very strong doses so they must be taken according to the instructions given by the doctor.
Step 3. Treat adrenal lumps with hormonal drugs
Lumps in the adrenal glands are at risk of affecting your hormone levels. Therefore, if your doctor notices that your adrenal hormone balance is disturbed, he or she will most likely prescribe hormonal drugs to regulate adrenal function.
Step 4. There is no need to treat abnormal lumps in the lungs if there are no accompanying negative symptoms
Lumps in the lungs, as long as they don't have the potential to develop into cancer, generally won't cause any problems. In fact, its existence may only be aware of you and your doctor through a computed tomography (CT scan). Therefore, the lump does not need to be treated and only needs to be monitored for its progress.
If the appearance of the lump makes it difficult for you to breathe, your doctor will most likely recommend surgery to remove the lump
Step 5. Reduce the size of the lump that has the potential to develop into cancer with the help of alcohol injections
This treatment method, also known as alcohol ablation, is one method of removing small lumps that have the potential to develop into cancer. In this procedure, the doctor will inject a small amount of alcohol into the lump to kill the cancer cells that are there. As a result, you may not need surgery to remove the lump.
Alcohol ablation needs to be done in several treatment sessions. Therefore, make sure you are committed to sticking to the treatment schedule in order to maximize the results
Step 6. Remove a lump that is large or has the potential to turn into cancer through an operative procedure
If the appearance of the lump is accompanied by negative symptoms or has the potential to turn into cancer, the doctor will most likely recommend an surgical procedure to remove it. Don't worry, the procedure is generally simple and non-invasive, depending on the location of the lump. By removing the lump, surely the risk of spreading can be minimized.
- After surgery, you may need to perform various additional cancer treatment methods.
- Generally, doctors will also remove part of the thyroid if the lump is located in that area. As a result, you may also need thyroid medication afterward.
Method 3 of 3: Removing Abnormal Lumps in Throat
In many cases, an abnormal lump will form in the throat and cause a very uncomfortable sensation. If you also experience it, immediately see a doctor to make sure the lump is still benign. After that, apply the various tips listed below to relieve pain and prevent further lumps from appearing.
Step 1. Drink as much water as possible
Drinking water regularly is very important, especially if you have a lump in your throat. In particular, water can keep the throat moist and prevent the condition from getting worse. In addition, water can also calm the vocal cords if you talk a lot.
Step 2. Limit alcohol and caffeine consumption
Both are at risk of irritating the throat and worsening the condition of the lump. Therefore, you should consume alcohol and caffeine in reasonable amounts so that your symptoms do not get worse.
Step 3. Quit smoking or don't start, if you are not currently a smoker
Because smoking is at risk of irritating your throat and triggering lumps, stop the habit as soon as possible. If you don't smoke at this time, don't start!
Throat problems can also be experienced by passive smokers. To overcome this, do not allow others to smoke in your home, and avoid areas filled with smokers
Step 4. Treat the health problem that caused the lump to appear
In some cases, specific health conditions are a risk factor for the appearance of lumps in the throat. Therefore, make sure you check with your doctor to confirm this possibility and follow the treatment recommendations prescribed by him.
- Some types of conditions that commonly trigger the appearance of abnormal lumps in the body are allergies, acid reflux disease, sinus infections, and hyperthyroidism.
- Some conditions can be treated with natural methods, but there are also conditions that require medical treatment. For example, if you have acid reflux, try to avoid trigger foods, but there's nothing wrong with taking antacids to relieve symptoms more effectively. Most importantly, always follow the doctor's recommendations regarding the best treatment method, yes!
Medical Overview
Although most lumps on the body are benign and do not require medical treatment, so far there are no home remedies that can reduce their size. In addition, you still need to get the lump checked by a doctor to eliminate the potential for cancer. After that, follow the doctor's recommendations to monitor the condition of the lump and prevent it from getting worse. However, there is no need to worry too much because most abnormal lumps do not require further treatment unless accompanied by bothersome symptoms.
