Thyroid Cancer

Overview

Thyroid cancer is a cancer originating in thyroid tissue with the potential to metastasize. Symptoms include neck swelling or a firm lump. The main types are papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic thyroid carcinoma.

Symptoms

• Neck lump
• Hoarseness
• Difficulty swallowing
• Neck pressure sensation

Treatment

Requires comprehensive treatment after specialist evaluation, primarily surgery, which may be followed by radioactive iodine therapy and endocrine (hormone) therapy.

Dietary advice

Maintain balanced nutrition, ensure high-quality protein, and adjust iodine intake as directed by a physician based on treatment needs.