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Thyroid Nodules found 2 years after breast cancer radiation treatment
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Oct 30, 2023 | Replies (27)Comment receiving replies
Hi mjay - What kind of test was given for you to know you have genetic SNP for BC & TC? Do you think if you didn't have that connection that the doctors would have gone forward? You mentioned it was discovered bc of spinal xray, did that turn out to be a non-issue or are you also dealing with spinal problems?
You have your hands full for sure. I so appreciate you speaking about this. I just went through a follow-up - I had Stage III and 2 nodules removed. I have quite a lot of pain still and am getting an MRI in a couple weeks. Will be asking if that could detect nodules.
Wishing you a successful treatment.
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Hi happy2bhere! I did an at home 23andme genetic health test and then took the raw data and put it through a software to help decipher any gene mutations I might have. I also had a complete array of genetic testing done through the hospital upon my breast cancer diagnosis, but they don't look at the same SNPs as the 23andme test did. Crazy that a $100 test gave me more info than a $4k genetic test down to the exact type of BC that I had!
The thyroid nodules were brought to light due to an unrelated cervical X-ray I was having due to neck pain. Thankfully, my chiropractor told me to get it checked out for which I am so grateful. About 10 years ago I had a cervical MRI that showed something on my thyroid that was never fully explored, so I do believe the thyroid nodules and/or cancer have been around for a while and, fortunately, is slow-growing being papillary. I can't help but wonder if it was treated years ago whether or not I would have ever gotten BC as there is a correlation between the two compounded by BC radiation treatment. I hope the worst of treatment is behind you and wish you all the best on your healing journey!
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This is a horrible turn of events for you. I am trying to clarify your issues, do you have thyroid issues as well? The nodules you mention and the stage 3. Is that thyroid, breast, or both?