THYROID CANCER

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A cell growth that begins in the thyroid is called Thyroid cancer. A butterfly-shaped gland called the thyroid can be found near the base of the neck, just below the Adam's apple. The thyroid makes hormones that control body temperature, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, and blood flow. Initially, thyroid cancer may not show any signs. However, as it develops, it may show symptoms like neck enlargement, voice changes, and trouble swallowing. There are various varieties of thyroid cancer. Even while some varieties can be quite aggressive, the majority develop slowly. Treatment is often effective in curing thyroid malignancies. The incidence of thyroid cancer appears to be rising.


SYMPTOMS

Early in the disease, most thyroid cancers don't show any signs or symptoms. As thyroid cancer spreads, it could result in:


  • A nodule (lump) on your neck that can be felt through the skin

  • The impression that tightly fitting shirt collars are becoming overly restrictive

  • Alterations to your voice, such as a worsening hoarseness

  • Having trouble swallowing

  • Neck lymph nodes that are swollen

  • Throat and neck discomfort



CAUSES

When thyroid cells experience DNA alterations, thyroid cancer results. The instructions that inform a cell what to do are encoded in its DNA. The adjustments, which scientists refer to as mutations, instruct the cells to proliferate and expand quickly. When healthy cells would ordinarily expire, the cells continue to exist. A tumour is a mass that develops from the collecting cells. The tumour has the potential to expand (metastasize) to the lymph nodes in the neck and to encroach upon adjacent tissue. The cancer cells may occasionally travel from the neck to the lungs, bones, and other bodily regions. It is unclear what causes the DNA mutations that lead to thyroid cancer in the majority of cases.





Doctors specialising in this field can provide intricate guidance on the cases. One should always be aware and look out for symptoms which may seem like nothing at first but can turn to worse, if ignored. 


Mentionable names among some of the Best Oncologists in Kolkata are:

Dr. Sanjoy Roy  and Dr. Sayan Paul.

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