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Hi, I’m new here. about 6 months ago I found a small lump on the back of my neck, doc said it was probably lymph nodes doing their job. Come back if lump changes. About 6 weeks later the lump was much larger so I went back & A different doc sent me for...
Hi everyone I recently had 2 operations ... one to remove left lobe of thyroid and then after cancer diagnosis a total thyroidectomy was done.... Now waiting for histology results from right lobe but two doctors have mentioned RAI to me. Am I likely...
am due for treatment in 2 weeks what was the isolation room like? i am going into Southend hospital and hopefully will on be for 3 nights just worried about feeling locked in when in hospital Has anyone else had this? Can you share your experience...
Hi All I am a month after my first surgery and awaiting the next. I was wondering when the numbness goes, under my chin still feels really weird and such strange sensations going up to my ears, does anyone else have this? I also still feel like I have...
Hi there, is there anyone with annaplastic thyroid cancer ? I am apparently 1 of 5% to have 2 different types of thyroid cancer and I feel so alone as can’t find anyone with it, I do have loads of family and friends support, I have had 6 cycles of chemo...
My GP is recommending I try a fasting diet like the 16:8 but I thought if we are on Thyroxin it’s best to eat little and often? Does anyone have any anecdotal or actual research on this? A Google search has told me that it’s fine/it’s not fine for women...
Hi worried about what happens if cancer has spread to windpipe and best treatment options. Not aplastic
Has anyone had a EBUS test for chest biopsies with sedation wondering what to expect and how much of it I will be aware of once sedation is given thanks
Hi I am due to get my first surgery for thyroid cancer at the end of.july however at the minute the worst thing is the cough, I know it's all part of the cancer etc but does anyone know of anything that will helps with the cough please as doctors said...
Hello all, I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer just before new year and wanted to tell the story of how it all happened. I didn't post on here but reading other people's experiences helped me and wanted to tell the story in case it is useful for anyone...
