Thyroid Cancer Symptoms

THYROID CANCER

DESCRIPTION

Thyroid cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the thyroid. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple. The thyroid produces hormones that regulate heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature and weight. Thyroid cancer might not cause any symptoms at first.

Symptoms –

Lump on neck

Change in voice

Increasing hoarseness

Difficulty swallowing

Swollen lymph nodes

Pain in neck and throat

Risk factors –

Common in females

Exposure to radiations

Certain genetic syndromes

Diagnosis and test –

Physical exam

Thyroid function blood test

Ultrasound imaging

Imaging tests

Genetic testing

Treatment –

Surgery

Thyroid hormone therapy

Radioactive iodine

Radiation therapy

Targeted drug therapy