Thyroid surgery

Hi Dexx, Just dropped by and noticed you've not yet had an answer from the members here as yet. I've a different type of cancer but I do know the relief when surgery is all over and you're on the rest and recuperation home run with a check-up due in 2 weeks.  

I wish you well with your recovery and future treatments. I've read on previous posts here about RAI treatment so scroll back on previous posts for more info or post RAI treatment in the search bar at the top of this page where you should get some answers

Hugs, B xx

Hi! Thanks so much for your reply. So thoughtful of you to post! I am so glad it is over and especially so as I got Covid a few days ago! Lots of rest and recuperation! Trying to remain positive although I think I had a self pity party at the weekend. I really hope you are on the way to full recovery and again thanks for taking time out to reply. Xx

Thanks so much for that Barbara! Xx

Hi Dexx,

I had a tt and neck dissection too, it is a huge relief when its over and you will bounce back quicker than you think. I think its quite normal to have good and bad days but taking notice of the good things in each day no matter how small help. Look after yourself x

Hi JJ72! Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to reply. I am so glad surgery is over. Now to get over Covid! A lot has happened this last week for sure! I still think I can’t believe what has happened. I will go for my follow up in 2 weeks and in 8 weeks a meeting with the MDT to see what next steps are although RAI is almost certain. Take care of yourself! Xx

Hey Dexx,

I was in your position 4.5 years ago. Now I’m a happy and healthy almost 30 year old. Believe me, at the time, I was the queen of the pity party! But you will soon pick yourself up and feel positive again x

Hi Lydia245! That was so good to hear your positivity. I am so glad you are enjoying life! I think feeling sorry for myself was due to taking Covid the week I had surgery. Feeling bit better now. Thyroid MDT meeting on the 15th and follow up in 8 weeks time to discuss RAI I assume? Just focusing on getting well. Xxx

Hello. I have my surgery on Friday and am having TT and central neck dissection. I’m very scared but I’m super brave and strong. How long were you in hospital for? I’m also super organised so need to try to plan in advance

Hi Lucia! I had my TT and left neck dissection 2 weeks ago tomorrow! Can’t believe it is over. I was in hospital for one night and home the next day. Staff and consultant were great and I’m healing nicely. Follow up in 7 weeks. I too am very organised and used to being in control but I am learning to take it easy for a while and let others pamper me. Hope it all goes well with you. Take care xx