I am so sorry to read that thyroid cancer was diagnosed, but I want to let you know that a total thyroidectomy is a surgery isn’t bad at all. I had to stay overnight in Boston at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the only problem that I had was lack of sleep, because they were checking on me all night…….which was a good thing. I recovered quickly. I had nodules on the thyroid that had turned cancerous, along with other nodules that were not seen on the ultrasound. I want to assure you that my voice is now fine (a little hoarse for a few days after surgery). I am now on levothyroxine and calcium, along with Vitamin D every day. Once your thyroid is removed, you will regain your voice within a week. They just need to remove it, along with the tumors. I know the worry that this brings. However, I was told that it was 100% curable and also slow growing. That gave me comfort. You will be okay. What hospital will you be going to to have your surgery done? I am wishing you all the best for your surgery, along with prayers for a complete healing and recovery. MaryAnn from Boston

Hello - I am sorry to hear of your cancer diagnosis. It is a very scary thing to wrap your mind around. My vocal chords were very week after surgery and I thought for sure I would never speak normally again. It's been about six weeks and just about back to normal. Don't give up hope, stay strong! Best wishes for a healthy recovery. Please let us know how you are doing.

@kmlnj, I doubt you'll be reading this message today as it is the day of your surgery. But I send the note so that you know I'm thinking of you today. I look forward to hearing how you are doing as you begin your recovery. Let us know how you're doing when you are able.