Area of care 08
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01Overview
- Thyroid cancer
- Other endocrine (hormone gland) tumours
Endocrine glands make hormones that control body functions. The thyroid, in the neck, is one of them. Lumps in the thyroid are common and most are not cancer. But some need more tests and surgery.
Other hormone glands can also develop tumours. The tests and plan depend on the gland involved and on blood tests of hormone levels.
02Warning signs
Thyroid & endocrine cancer:
when to see a doctor.
These can also have other causes, but they are worth showing to a doctor.
Heavy bleeding, trouble breathing, chest pain or fainting: go to the nearest emergency department now.
- A lump or swelling at the front of the neck
- A neck lump that is growing
- A hoarse voice without a cold
- Trouble in swallowing or a feeling of pressure in the neck
- Swollen glands in the neck that do not go away
03Where surgery fits
Thyroid & endocrine cancer in Bikaner:
surgery in plain words.
- 01
Tests first
Tests help to understand the lump. These are an ultrasound, a needle test of the lump (FNAC), and blood tests for thyroid and other hormones.
- 02
Part or all of the thyroid
Depending on the findings, half or all of the thyroid gland is removed. If all is removed, thyroid hormone is usually needed afterwards.
- 03
Neck lymph nodes
Lymph nodes are small glands that filter body fluid. Nearby nodes may be removed where needed.
- 04
Protecting voice and calcium
The surgeon takes care of the nerves that control the voice. The surgeon also protects the parathyroid glands, four tiny glands that control calcium. Both are checked after surgery.
- 05
Other endocrine tumours
Surgery for other hormone glands is planned after hormone tests and scans, with advice from a hormone specialist.
04How the plan is made
Decided together,
step by step.
- 01
Your doctor examines the neck and reviews the ultrasound, FNAC and hormone blood tests.
- 02
Your doctor studies your reports and scans and advises any missing tests.
- 03
The case is discussed with other specialists where needed. These may be doctors for scans, tissue tests, cancer medicines and radiotherapy. This is called a multidisciplinary discussion.
- 04
The plan is explained to you and your family in plain words, with all the options. You decide together with the doctor.
05What to bring
Your papers
save time.
- Thyroid blood tests and neck ultrasound reports
- Full checklist for your first visit
06Questions
Asked about
thyroid & endocrine cancer.
Does a thyroid lump mean cancer?
Most thyroid lumps are not cancer. Tests are used to tell the difference.
Will I need medicine for life after surgery?
If the whole thyroid is removed, yes. A thyroid hormone tablet is usually needed. If part is kept, it may not be.
Will my voice change?
The surgeon takes care to protect the voice nerves. Your voice is checked after surgery. Possible changes are usually discussed beforehand.
Next step
Talk it through
in person.
Bring your reports and a family member. You will leave knowing what is known so far, and what comes next.