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Thyroid Cancer - Topic Overview

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Finding out that you have cancer can be overwhelming. It?s common to feel scared, sad, or even angry. Talking to others who have had thyroid cancer may help. Ask your doctor about cancer support groups in your area.

Can thyroid cancer be prevented?

Most thyroid cancer cannot be prevented.

One rare type of thyroid cancer, called medullary thyroid cancer (MTC), runs in families. A genetic test can tell you if you have a greater chance of getting MTC. If this test shows that you have an increased risk, you can have your thyroid gland removed to prevent thyroid cancer later in life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learning about thyroid cancer:	What is thyroid cancer? What causes thyroid cancer? What are the symptoms of thyroid cancer? What increases my risk for thyroid cancer? Can I prevent thyroid cancer? When do I need to see my doctor?
Being diagnosed:	How will my doctor diagnose thyroid cancer? What is a thyroid scan? What is a thyroid ultrasound? What types of blood tests will I need? Will I need a thyroid biopsy?
Getting treatment:	How is thyroid cancer treated? What type of medicines will I need to take? Will I need surgery? Will I have to have radiation therapy?
Living with thyroid cancer:	How can I cope with the side effects of treatment? What happens if thyroid cancer comes back?

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Last Updated: July 27, 2011

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