Thyroid diagnosis

Dear user4777,

Thanks for getting in touch with us at what sounds like a difficult time. I’m Ursula, one of the cancer information nurse specialists.

I’m sorry to hear of your diagnosis of  thyroid cancer following the removal of a suspicious node from your thyroid. It’s understandable to have questions around this and the treatment you have received.

As we are independent of the NHS, we do not have access to medical records or information and are therefore unable to offer personalised advice.

However, generally at a multidisciplinary team meeting (MDT), the clinical nurse specialist will be present (unless there were circumstances where this was not possible). The MDT would look at national treatment guidelines or the latest evidence on the type of cancer you have. They should also look at your general health and fitness, and consider as part of this any relevant medical history, in your own case being breast cancer.

If you are concerned that this may not have been considered, we would suggest speaking again with your clinical nurse specialist or your consultant (via their secretary). It may also be worth speaking with your breast team to seek their advice.

If you are still concerned, you could consider seeking a second opinion.

You are also very welcome to call us on the Macmillan Support Line and speak to one of us about your particular situation. We often find that it is easier to talk things through over the phone and allows us both the opportunity to ask questions.

I do hope you find this information helpful, but please do not hesitate to get back in touch with us if you need any further support. 

Take care, 

Ursula

Cancer Information Nurse Specialist 

You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or send us an email.  

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