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Newly diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer: What questions should I ask?
Thyroid Cancer | Last Active: Sep 11 10:15am | Replies (13)Comment receiving replies
Definitely go to surgeon who has experience with thyroid cancer. A lobectomy might be an option instead of complete removal… why remove the entire organ when you might be able to keep half and not need Synthroid. Try not to worry unnecessarily; 5-10% chance of HCC is pretty low. However, based on what I have read since I was diagnosed with having HCC, a surgeon with experience in it would be good. Good luck!
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I had a lobectomy and had nodules on the other side of thyroid as well. They weren't able to verify cancer until the lobectomy-both papillary and oncocytic cancer was found. 1 year later, one of the nodules has grown 135% and I went from 3 - 4 nodules. I asked about removal of other side and was told not necessary. I was also told a lobectomy may mean you are not on medication, however I am.
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I would like to thank you for taking the time to respond to my questions. It was much appreciated.
Be well,
Faith