Welcome @faith29, I hope you saw the helpful comments from fellow Thry-vors: @salish33 @koh and @skipeak. I'd also like to bring @nancirae and @jhornsby who have experience with follicular thyroid cancer in the discussion.

It's understandable that you're scared. Mayo Clinic offers these questions to think about asking your oncologist:
- What type of thyroid cancer do I have?
- What stage is my thyroid cancer?
- What treatments do you recommend?
- What are the benefits and risks of each treatment option?
- I have other health problems. How can I best manage them together?
- Will I be able to work and do my usual activities during thyroid cancer treatment?
- Should I seek a second opinion?
- Should I see a doctor who specializes in thyroid diseases?
- How quickly do I need to make a decision about thyroid cancer treatment? Can I take some time to consider my options?
- What might happen if I decide to have regular checkups but not have cancer treatment?
- Are there any brochures or other printed material that I can take with me? What websites do you recommend?
- Am I able to access my medical records through an online patient portal?

Might Mayo Clinic be an option for getting a second opinion?

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