#Papillary thyroid carcinoma

[delajoy]

E lá se foram 16 dias desde a cirurgia.

A primeira semana, o repouso é total. Não é ficar acamada, claro. Mas precisava ficar quietinha dentro de casa sem fazer qualquer tipo de esforço, resumindo, sofá e streaming de séries e filmes.

No 7ºdia voltei ao hospital para tirar e refazer o curativo. A segunda semana foi mais tranquila, já consegui cozinhar, organizar algumas coisas, mas ainda dentro de casa em tempo integral. E agora na terceira semana, voltei a trabalhar, home office ainda 😅 (em casa desse jeito, só na pandemia mesmo). Mas é bom e, é importante respeitar totalmente.

A recuperação tem sido boa!

É necessário seguir fazendo uma massagem sob a cicatriz 3 X ao dia por uns 5 minutos. E essa parte estou devendo, pois é a parte mais desconfortável. Preciso focar nisso.

Para ajudar na cicatrização estou usando a fita Mepform, recebi as orientações no hospital no dia do curativo.

Esperando ansiosamente estar 100% 🙏🏻

[lady0mandy]

Good news! My lymph node scan came back normal. I'll still need the total thyroidectomy soon but I should be in the clear after that!

[lifetime-want]

Well I found out in May that I have thyroid cancer. Then I got Covid for the first time ever in June and had to delay surgery, but it's now scheduled for Tuesday!

The cancer that I have, papillary thyroid carcinoma, is very treatable and I will likely be fine, but there are no good cancers.

It's been a very surreal couple of months, it feels like it's been two minutes and two years at the same time. I logged off from work yesterday for at least three weeks and it feels so weird, like it's not really happening! I don't know if it will even feel real when I'm in the hospital ward!

Sometimes it hits me and it feels like the wind is knocked out of me, but somehow I'm able to keep going again. I can't believe I have cancer, especially as I'm only 29, I feel like I'm too young.

Despite everything, I'm feeling optimistic and positive about the future, and I'm so ready to start the treatment! I'm clinging on to the light at the end of the tunnel, I can see it.

[twinhearted]

ok i may or may not have concerned a few people with the last few posts so i'll elaborate.

i've had cancer since 2021. specifically papillary thyroid carcinoma, which is technically the "best" kind of cancer to get because treatment is usually easy, but it was almost deadly by the time they caught it, affecting around 40 of the lymph nodes in the surrounding area. after a very invasive surgery and radiation therapy i was in remission for awhile.

blood test results from a few months ago revealed a potential recurrence. last week i was at the hospital almost every day while they ran several exams trying to figure out what's going on. today i received the results of the tests: i have at least one very suspicious lymph node that needs an ultrasound and, if it turns out to be large enough, a biopsy. the lymph node wasn't concerning at all two months ago, when i last had an ultrasound.

so yeah, i technically am not confirmed to be out of remission, but it's the only explanation that medical professionals have come up with thus far. i am not doing very well, hence my recent joke posts and ask replies. i've had a lot of traumatizing experiences in my life and cancer is probably in my top 5.

thank you for your support, and i'm sorry to concern you guys.

[reynanghugot]

[July 18, 2023 6:26PM] disclaimer: long post ahead. This might be TMI for some; you can skip it.

To those who are new to my dash [yes, I followed some in the last few months because I wanted to see new people], Hi, I'm Jelli! It was nice to be your mutual here.

As usual, I just woke up again because I slept late last night due to one of my major subject submissions at 11:59 p.m. Anyway, good evening. Well, maybe good morning if you are living in a different Time Zone. Here's a life update that you didn't ask for:

Well, I have a few more days before my one-week diet and my therapy. I've been waiting for this time to share what's really happening to me alone. I've been receiving messages lately; some were asking how I was doing, some were already aware of my health condition, which I have shared here, and some were just skipping those posts because that's really what they were supposed to be.

I've already mentioned this in my previous posts, [but let me repeat it again because who cares, right?] I was diagnosed in April 2023 with a non-toxic goiter and underwent surgery in May 2023. One week after I was discharged, my biopsy result came out, and I was diagnosed with papillary thyroid carcinoma [this is curable, by the way; it's just that I'm really scared at its finest because we have a strong family history when it comes to this type of illness]. Yes, you can do your own research on what that is [if you would like], but that was really the term that I would like to go for. In other words, I'm not yet done with medications, laboratories, and hospital admissions. Frankly speaking, it's really hard to accept it at first, but I really need to, because for me, acceptance is really the best thing that I can do to go on with my day while I'm waiting for my next doctor's appointment. I am just hoping for the best with my radioactive iodine therapy on the 31st. It might be a little harder for me and for my loved ones because I need to be isolated for 3–5 days and another 15 days once discharged.

Due to my health condition, I've been on leave since April 10, 2023, and I'm still not sure if I will go back to work or not. We'll see after my therapy and recuperation period. Despite my current situation, I will still be able to retain my academic achievement as part of the president's list from last semester. For sure, you were able to see it if we are friends on Facebook.

I was able to see my longtime friends from 2013 on July 9, 2023. I've been missing in action for four years due to personal matters. I had a great night with them and with our partners, just like in the old days. It might be a short period of time that has been allotted for that dinner because we have our priorities the next day, but it's really memorable for me. I am truly grateful to have them in my life.

There's nothing new that happened in my life during the second quarter because of my current situation. Aside from me trying my luck in freelancing because I really want to change the industry in which I am working, I am also just going back and forth to the hospital, and prior to that, I was given a chance to go celebrate my Birthday with @/niiiikkotin and @/p0poynawalangbasha weekend after the holy week last April 2023, visit Nikko's family mid-April 2023, and take a long week vacation with my family last May 2–5, 2023.

I think is the best thing that I could share here. If you will ask me, How am I doing? I am currently okay while I'm typing this. But still, not every day is a good day. I still have days when I'm at my lowest physically, financially, emotionally, and mentally, but I know how strong I am and I can get through this. A little progress every day is still progress for me. I hope everything goes well in the next few days.

If you reach this point in your reading, thank you for taking the time. We might not be that close personally, but I still appreciate you listening to [or, initially, just reading] my chika. Have a great night, and take care always!

[chxckens]

they biopsied some lymph nodes in my neck today which wasn't fun. they suspect a recurrence of my papillary thyroid carcinoma. if that's true, then i'd have two active cancers- this one as well as the metastatic adrenal cancer. who else out there is doing it like me!!!

[myhealingera]

Two weeks after this photo was taken, I received a phone call that nobody ever wants to receive.

I was dealing with a slew of health issues: an inability to lose weight, hair loss, swollen lymph nodes, fatigue so intense that getting out of bed felt like a miracle, and severe brain fog. My joints were in so much pain that I found myself using a heating pad for most of the day.

I consulted my aunt, who is a pediatrician, and she reviewed my recent blood work. She observed that my TSH levels were consistently borderline high, often surpassing the normal threshold. Encouraged by her insight, I visited my OBGYN and shared my symptoms. She ordered hormone testing and referred me to a rheumatologist, given that lupus runs in my family. The results indicated elevated TSH, DHEA, and C-reactive protein levels.

I then saw a remarkable rheumatologist who conducted over 120 tests. All came back normal except for my thyroid antibodies, and I was diagnosed with arthritis in my hands. Around this time, my neck began to swell, feeling as though something was stuck in my throat. My primary care physician scheduled an ultrasound, which revealed swelling in my neck and a lymph node, and identified a nodule or "ectopic" tissue.

Returning to my primary care doctor, I was told my lab results were normal and advised to follow up in a year, despite continuing to experience swollen lymph nodes and being told that the neck nodule was unrelated to the swelling. At this point had been to urgent care 3 times, completed 3 rounds of steroids, a z-pack, and tested negative for mono, Covid, and strep.

Despite my tendency to avoid conflict, something felt off, and I knew I wasn't okay.

I requested a referral to an endocrinologist, which I received, but they couldn't see me until after Christmas. Not wanting to wait, I found another endocrinologist who could see me on Halloween. At my first appointment, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and hypothyroidism. She ordered a biopsy "to be safe," emphasizing that a finding warrants investigation. Even at the hospital for my biopsy, the PA questioned its necessity given my primary care's advice to wait a year.

On 12/22, my endocrinologist informed me that the biopsy results were suspicious for thyroid carcinoma. I returned on 1/5 to discuss the findings.

They had sent my sample for Afirma testing, a genetic test for medullary thyroid cancer, due to the unusual results and the aggressive nature of the potential cancer.

I was then referred to an ENT, who suspected the nodule might actually be a lymph node. A CT scan confirmed this suspicion, revealing a lymph node suspicious for thyroid cancer, yet with no nodules on my thyroid itself.

The decision was made to remove the lymph node, with intraoperative pathology consultation to decide whether to also remove the thyroid.

On 2/24, the lymph node was removed, but pathology was indeterminate, leading to the decision not to remove the thyroid.

The following week, I was informed that my results had been sent to a larger university hospital for further analysis and a second opinion, an ominous sign according to my ENT.

Ultimately, it was confirmed as papillary thyroid cancer that had begun to metastasize to the lymph nodes, indicating occult thyroid cancer, typically undetected until it spreads to the lymph nodes. Likely, there are microcarcinomas on my thyroid undetectable by imaging. Thus, another surgery is required.

My complete thyroidectomy is scheduled for 4/24.

Honestly, none of this truly sank in until I received a call from the hospital's oncology department to schedule a radiation consultation for post-surgery RAI treatment.

It’s been an incredibly tough start to the year, to say the least.

[crimsonforensicscience]

Resolution of the Coexisting Sarcoidosis after Treatment of Papillary Thyroid Metastases with Radioactive Iodine A Case Report

Introduction

The coexistence of Sarcoidosis (SA) with thyroid malignancy has been reported in many cases [1-3]. Sarcoid-like reaction has also been seen either within the vicinity of the tumor itself or within the regional lymph nodes draining its primary tumor [4]. Abnormal immune response has been suggested for the SA and/or its reactions when it coexists with thyroid diseases [5]. The presence of SA or scrcoid like lymph nodes and soft tissue infiltrations with thyroid cancer makes the diagnosis malignant recurrence and/or metastasis difficult, and a thorough investigation should be done to properly identify the recurrence and/or the metastasis from the coexisting SA or sarcoid-like manifestations. However, the prognosis and clinical course of SA or the sarcoid-like reaction after the treatment of thyroid malignancy has never been described in the literature. We are reporting a case of a 54-year-old lady diagnosed with metastatic papillary thyroid carcinoma with coexisting lymph nodes and pulmonary SA infiltrations. The patient had almost complete resolution of all SA manifestations after treatment of her metastatic papillary thyroid cancer with high dose radioactive iodine.

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[delajoy]

Diagnóstico do câncer na minha tireoide

Completa 1 mês do diagnóstico do câncer na minha tireoide e, hoje vou trazer aqui um pouco dos meus dias desde então.

Mas antes, quero que você saiba que compartilho a minha história para despertar a atenção de todos em relação aos cuidados com a saúde de vocês e também a busca por exames que talvez vocês nunca tenham ouvido falar antes, apenas para saber mais sobre si mesmos e sempre terem a certeza de que estão tudo bem.

Desde meu diagnóstico no dia 22/02/2024 tem sido uma verdadeira maratona atrás de médicos, fazendo exames, tirando dúvidas, conversando com pessoas etc.

Os 4 primeiros dias após o diagnóstico foram os mais assustadores. Ouvir a palavra “câncer” deixa qualquer pessoa sem saber o que fazer e, bastante desnorteada.

No dia eu fiquei bastante inerte, não tinha processado a informação muito bem, no dia seguinte caiu minha ficha: Vou ter que fazer uma cirurgia e retirar a tireoide. Na hora minha pressão baixou bastante, fiquei com mal-estar. Nessa noite, não dormi quase nada, acordei angustiada, comecei a buscar sobre esse assunto na internet, até que encontrei o vídeo de uma moça que passou pela mesma coisa e fez um relato com muita leveza trazendo tranquilidade. E cada noite eu buscava algo para tentar ficar mais tranquila e conseguir dormir, pelo menos.

Depois com mais informações as coisas começaram a se ajustar na minha cabeça. Encontrei um médico, outro, outro, mais um e por fim cheguei até o Dr. José Guilherme Vartanian que me passou bastante segurança e decidi realizar minha cirurgia com ele. Aqui, eu entendi a importância de não entrar no desespero e fechar a cirurgia com o primeiro médico que encontrar. Essa é a coisa mais importante, buscar segurança e um médico que te ouça, te informe, fale sobre os métodos dele, te explique como funciona cada passo da cirurgia e passe tranquilidade com tudo isso.

Saí do consultório com a cirurgia marcada para o dia 03/04 e com um fluxo de coisas para seguir: A primeira coisa é realizar todos os exames pré-cirurgicos, prestar atenção em como estou me sentindo e se qualquer coisa estiver ruim, precisa tratar e resolver logo, pois para fazer a cirurgia é necessário está intacta com a saúde. Nesse mês eu tive infecção urinária e a sinusite que atacou forte, precisei correr para cuidar e resolver.

Faltam 10 dias para a minha cirurgia e eu preciso me manter bem, estou bem tranquila com tudo isso. Mas sinto que cada dia mais perto, fico um pouco ansiosa. E isso é perigoso, tenho acompanhado muitas coisas sobre o assunto e, algo que é bem mencionado por vários médicos é o controle da ansiedade, porque pode impactar no dia da cirurgia. E tudo o que menos quero é que seja cancelada. O foco é resolver logo e seguir os próximos passos.

[bad-blood-animal]

Two surgeries, a round of RAI, some medicine I need to stay on, and a long couple months later, I got the confirmation my papillary thyroid carcinoma is treated. Thank you, thank you for the support. I'd like to share translations and stuff again, but I am trying to take it easy for now.

[cancerteacher]

A blog just seems a lot lower maintenance than Facebook at this point. You can call me Dire. I’m a special education teacher in midwestern Bible Belt America. 31 years old. I had a papillary thyroid carcinoma removed in February (no radiation). I was diagnosed with breast cancer in June, and my current plan as of this writing is a lumpectomy (lumpectomy completed on July 19th) and radiation. Potential for chemotherapy, but won’t know 100% until after surgery. My husband and I are also scheduled to begin the process for egg retrieval as well.

I am a THIRD generation breast cancer patient. My maternal grandfather and my mother both had cancer. I was also the sibling of a testicular cancer patient.

On this blog, you’ll find updates regarding my treatment and any fandom stuff that strikes my fancy. I’ll do my best to update around my appointment times/any big events. I hope to connect with other people who have been personally victimized by cancer.

Thank you,

Dire

[rightaidhomeopathy]

The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions, including metabolism, energy production, and hormone balance. Thyroid disorders occur when this gland malfunctions, leading to either overproduction or underproduction of thyroid hormones, which can significantly impact overall health and well-being. These disorders are prevalent, affecting millions of people worldwide, with women being more susceptible than men.

Types of Thyroid Disorders:

Hypothyroidism: This condition occurs when the thyroid gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormones, leading to a slowdown in bodily functions. Common symptoms include fatigue, weight gain, constipation, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. Hypothyroidism can be caused by autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis, iodine deficiency, certain medications, or surgical removal of the thyroid gland.

Hyperthyroidism: In contrast, hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormones. This results in an accelerated metabolism, causing symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heartbeat, nervousness, irritability, and heat intolerance. Grave's disease, an autoimmune disorder, is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, although it can also result from thyroid nodules or inflammation of the thyroid gland.

Thyroid Nodules: Thyroid nodules are growths or lumps that develop within the thyroid gland. While most nodules are benign, some can be cancerous. Thyroid nodules often do not cause any symptoms but may be discovered during a routine physical examination or imaging tests. Factors such as age, gender, family history, and exposure to radiation may increase the risk of developing thyroid nodules.

Thyroid Cancer: Thyroid cancer occurs when abnormal cells within the thyroid gland multiply uncontrollably, forming a malignant tumor. The most common types of thyroid cancer include papillary carcinoma, follicular carcinoma, and medullary carcinoma. Symptoms may include a lump or swelling in the neck, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, and enlarged lymph nodes. Treatment typically involves surgery, followed by radioactive iodine therapy, chemotherapy, or targeted drug therapy, depending on the type and stage of cancer.

Diagnosis and Treatment:

Diagnosing thyroid disorders usually involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, blood tests to measure thyroid hormone levels, and imaging tests such as ultrasound or thyroid scans. In some cases, a biopsy may be performed to examine thyroid tissue for abnormalities.

Treatment for thyroid disorders varies depending on the specific condition and its severity:

Hypothyroidism: The most common treatment for hypothyroidism is hormone replacement therapy, typically with synthetic thyroid hormone medication such as levothyroxine. Patients need regular monitoring to adjust medication dosage as needed.

Hyperthyroidism: Treatment options for hyperthyroidism include antithyroid medications, radioactive iodine therapy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid gland. Each approach carries its own risks and benefits, and the choice of treatment depends on factors such as the cause of hyperthyroidism, the patient's age, and overall health.

Thyroid Nodules: Depending on the size and characteristics of the nodules, treatment may involve watchful waiting with regular monitoring, thyroid hormone suppression therapy, or surgical removal of the nodules or the entire thyroid gland. Biopsy may be performed to determine if nodules are cancerous.

Thyroid Cancer: Treatment for thyroid cancer typically involves surgery to remove the thyroid gland (thyroidectomy), followed by radioactive iodine therapy to destroy any remaining cancer cells. In some cases, additional treatments such as chemotherapy or targeted drug therapy may be recommended.

Conclusion:

Thyroid disorders encompass a wide range of conditions that can significantly impact an individual's health and quality of life. Early detection, accurate diagnosis, and appropriate treatment are crucial for managing these disorders effectively and minimizing complications. With proper medical care and ongoing management, many people with thyroid disorders can lead healthy, fulfilling lives. However, it's essential to consult healthcare professionals for personalized guidance and treatment recommendations based on individual needs and circumstances.

[reynanghugot]

[23:19PM] Kamusta na nga ba ako? It's been weeks since the last time na nag life update ako. Siguro nga sobrang dami kong pinagdadaanan lately. Sabay-sabay. Hindi ko alam saan mag po-pause, saan titigil, saan mag tutuloy-tuloy.

Kung mutuals tayo sa ibang soc med alam niyo hindi talaga ako okay and thank you for checking on me from time to time. Sabi ko nga sa inyo diba, ako pa ba? Kayang kaya ko 'to.

01. Work Update - yun na nga. I'm still an active employee and yet wala pa kong resignation na naipapasa dahil sa di ko alam kanino ipapasa as usual LOA pa din ang tagging ko sa work.

02. School Update - as usual, consistent president's lister tayo mare. I am working so hard na maka graduate talaga on time and di magka problema next academic year. Di pa ko enrolled pero that's okay, extended naman. Ewan ko, may takot din kasi sa end ko pero kaya ko 'to, ako pa ba?

03. Health Update - nakakatakot, nakakaba. Blood test nanaman next month to check my cancer eme sa katawan ko if mag zi-zero siya since nag RAI ako last month. Yung stress, yung anxiety di ko maiwasan pero shempre kayang kaya ko 'to, ako pa ba?

04. Family Update - mom got sick to the point na nahihirapan siya maglakad (so far, mejo okay na but still tuloy-tuloy pa din ang pagpapa gamot niya), tapos yung isang kapatid ng lola ko namatay (isa sa pinaka close sa family namin) due to papillary thyroid carcinoma which is same sa sakit ko. Alarming? Yes sobra, kasi nasa family talaga namin yung sakit ng cancer and acceptance is really the key aside from healthy living nalang para maiwasan. Despite ng mga problema na yan, happy and proud din ako kasi yung brother ko ga-graduate with Latin Honor. Yes, Magna Cumlaude and sobrang proud na proud ako sa kanya.

05. Relationship Update - kami pa din, walang bago. eme!

Ayun lang naman, sana okay lang kayo. If nahihirapan din kayo sa life minsan laban lang! Baka di lang para satin yung araw. Baka sinusubok lang tayo. Baka bukas okay na uli. Kaya wag susuko. Aja!

[linnguyensblog]

January 15, 2017

Episode 57: She Refused Surgery and Instead Used Cannabis Oil for Thyroid Cancer

When she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer (papillary carcinoma of the thyroid) doctors wanted to remove her thyroid. Instead, she did her research and started taking small doses of cannabis oil to deal with her ailment. She still has her thyroid and a follow up test found no evidence of cancer. An inspiring story.

[teachingrounds]

Post-operative imaging of papillary thyroid cancer is based on the tumor marker thyroglobulin (Tg). The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommends patients with Tg > 10 ng/dL undergo cross-sectional imaging (typically CT or MRI) which may include neck, chest, brain, and spine. Imaging can be considered for patients with Tg between 5 and 10 ng/dL.

For patients who will receive radioactive iodine therapy, most centers perform pre-therapy imaging with I-131- or I-123-sodium iodide whole body scan (WBS), often with SPECT/CT, which aids dose selection. Post-therapy imaging is also typically performed 5-7 days after therapy to assess for previously unknown disease sites. WBS can also be performed in a patient with rising Tg or to assess response to therapy (typically at least 6 months post-therapy).

Today's case is a patient with papillary thyroid carcinoma and diffuse lung metastases seen on WBS at initial therapy (left). After a cumulative dose of 650 mCi I-131, follow-up WBS (right) shows resolution of metastatic disease. Serum Tg decreased from 438 to 2 ng/dL over this interval. (Reiners et al. Best Pract Res Clin Endocrinol. Metab. 2008, 22 (6), 989-1007).

[rnomics]

Biomedicines, Vol. 11, Pages 3338: BRAFV600E, BANCR, miR-203a-3p and miR-204-3p in Risk Stratification of PTC Patients

In order to enhance the risk stratification of papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) patients, we assessed the presence of the most common mutation in PTC (BRAFV600E) with the expression profiles of long non-coding #RNA activated by BRAFV600E (BANCR) and micro#RNAs, which share complementarity with BANCR (miR-203a-3p and miR-204-3p), and thereafter correlated it with several clinicopathological features of PTC. BRAFV600E was detected by mutant allele-specific PCR amplification. BANCR and miRs levels were determined by quantitative RT-PCR. Bioinformatic analysis was applied to determine the miRs’ targets. The expression profile of miR-203a-3p/204-3p in PTC was not affected by BRAFV600E. In the BRAFV600E-positive PTC, high expression of miR-203a-3p correlated with extrathyroidal invasion (Ei), but the patients with both high miR-203a-3p and upregulated BANCR were not at risk of Ei. In the BRAFV600E-negative PTC, low expression of miR-204-3p correlated with Ei, intraglandular dissemination and pT status (p < 0.05), and the mutual presence of low miR-204-3p and upregulated BANCR increased the occurrence of Ei. Bioinformatic analysis predicted complementary binding between miR-203a-3p/204-3p and BANCR. The co-occurrence of tested factors might influence the spreading of PTC. These findings partially describe the complicated network of interactions that may occur during the development of PTC aggressiveness, potentially providing a new approach for high-risk PTC patient selection. https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/11/12/3338?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=tumblr