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Just FYI. I had cobalt radiation to my neck at age 4 for recurrent tonsillitis. At age 9, I developed Thyroid Cancer. I had a radical neck surgery at age 9 and had no further problem with the cancer, but at age 60, I began having the Cobalt decay and radiation fibrosis symptoms that Cobalt is known for.
If you have access to an academic Late Effects Clinic, would suggest getting an appointment. I have been so thankful for the Late Effects Clinic and the docs that help you understand and give you an idea of what to expect.

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“I had cobalt radiation to my neck at age 4 for recurrent tonsillitis.”

I thought I was getting it bad with all the penicillin shots they gave me for strep throat in public school in Wyoming. There was some kind of government program in the 1960s that involved weekly throat swabs at school. I ended up getting injected practically every month. I don’t know if it’s still being done.