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Located in the front of your lower neck, the thyroid is the largest endocrine gland in the human body. It is responsible for how the body uses energy by producing proteins and determining how sensitive the body is to hormones. Thyroid cancer is a cancer that starts in the thyroid gland but can spread to other parts of the body. Symptoms of thyroid cancer can include neck swelling, persistent cough, swelling in the neck, enlargement of the thyroid gland, and problems swallowing. There are four types of thyroid cancer: papillary, anaplastic, medullary, and follicular.
The most common type of thyroid cancer is papillary carcinoma and usually affects women under 45. It is the least dangerous type of cancer as it spreads more slowly, which enables earlier detection. Most people with this type of thyroid cancer are cured and can expect to have a normal life span. The rarest form, anaplastic carcinoma, also is the most dangerous type of thyroid cancer. It spreads rapidly, usually ruling out a quick surgical removal, and does not respond well to radiation therapy. No matter how aggressive the treatment, this type of thyroid cancer is usually deadly. Medullary carcinoma has a genetic basis, as it tends to appear among families. This cancer occurs in those non-thyroid cells generally present in the thyroid. The treatment outcomes vary greatly, with younger women tending to experience better outcomes than most patients. Accounting for a tenth of all thyroid cancers, follicular carcinomas often are fast growing but highly treatable. Most patients with this type of thyroid cancer can expect to be fully cured.
The most common form of treatment is surgery, with the entire gland being removed. It is very common for lymph nodes to be removed at this time as well. Radiation therapy often is used, either through x-ray radiation or ingesting radioactive iodine. Chemotherapy can be used if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body, but this is rarely effective for any but a small number of patients.
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What are of different kinds of cancer?
There are many different types of cancers in the world. There are cancers such as bladder cancer, Breast cancer, endometrial cancer, colon cancer, kidney cancer, thyroid caner and many others.
What is the scientific name of bladder cancer?
The scientific name for bladder cancer is "urothelial carcinoma," formerly known as "transitional cell carcinoma." Urothelial carcinoma is the most common type of bladder cancer, accounting for the majority of cases. It originates in the urothelial cells, which line the inside of the bladder and the urinary tract. Other less common types of bladder cancer include squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, and small cell carcinoma, but urothelial carcinoma is the most prevalent.
Is hyperthyroid and thyroid disease the same?
There are actually several different types of thyroid disease. If the thyroid gland is secreting too much thyroxin, that is hyperthyroidism; if it is secreting too little thyroxin, that is hypothyroidism, and then there is thyroid cancer, worst of all.
What are the Four main types of thyroid cancer?
Papillary, follicular, medullary and anaplastic
Types of Thyroid Problems?
When you have a thyroid problem, the symptoms may show up in a variety of ways. In many cases it may take several trips to the doctor before the problem is identified as symptoms can show up differently in different people. There are several types of thyroid problems, and sometimes it takes different types of tests to before the medical professional is able to diagnose the specific problem of the patient.Types of Thyroid ProblemsThyroid problems are categorized into the over or under production of the thyroid hormone in the body. Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism both present different symptoms in different patients. Cancer of the thyroid is another type of thyroid problem, but it is quite rare. Hyperthyroidism is a condition caused when the thyroid produces too much of the thyroid hormone. Hyperthyroidism can present itself in different forms.
What types of cancer are linked to nuclear fallout?
Leukemia, thyroid cancer, nasal cancer, lung cancer, and prostate cancer (only in men, of course) are at the top of the list.
What is the purpose of armor Thyroid medication?
Armour Thyroid is a natural product that is made from animal thyroid glands. Its main purpose is to treat underactive thyroid conditions, to treat thyroid cancer and to prevent some types of goiters.
What connotation does the term medullary have in describing a thyroid cancer?
The term "medullary" in the context of thyroid cancer refers to a specific type of thyroid cancer that originates from the parafollicular C cells, which produce calcitonin. This connotation often implies a more aggressive nature compared to other types of thyroid cancer, such as papillary or follicular thyroid carcinoma. Medullary thyroid carcinoma can also be associated with genetic syndromes, highlighting its relevance in hereditary cancer risk assessments. Overall, the term conveys a distinct and clinically significant subtype within thyroid malignancies.
What is anaplastic thyroid cancer?
anaplastic (2% of all thyroid cancers), is the fastest-growing and is usually fatal because the cancer cells rapidly spread to the different parts of the body.
When was Thyroid Cancer Canada created?
Thyroid Cancer Canada was created in 2002.
Is thyroid cancer a deadly disease?
An estimated 1,590 people will die of thyroid cancer during 2009. Thyroid cancer is, however, considered one of the least deadly and most survivable cancers, and 5-year survival rates for thyroid cancer is almost 97%. For more information on this cancer please visit http://thyroid.about.com/od/thyroidcancer/a/neckcheck.htm
Is Thyroid Cancer a disease?
According to ThyCa (Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association, Inc.) thyroid cancer is the fastest increasing cancer among men and women, affecting people from young children through seniors. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be about 62,980 new cases of thyroid cancer in the U.S. in 2014. Thyroid cancer is usually treatable when detected early. However, some thyroid cancers are aggressive and difficult to treat.
