About Cancer: Thyroid Cancer 101

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Cancer Cancer Types of Cancer A - Z Treatment Coping From Lisa Fayed, your Guide to Cancer This week's newsletter topic is very dear to my heart. My husband was diagnosed with thyroid cancer this holiday season. Just a few days ago, he underwent a total thyroidectomy. It has become my personal mission to spread awareness about thyroid cancer. Today, I ask you to read a little more about the disease and learn more about the risks. What is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a small gland, but don't underestimate its importance. Learn what your thyroid does and why you should be concerned about how it functions. See More About:  thyroid cancer types  thyroid cancer surgery  thyroid cancer prognosis What to Expect During a Thyroid Biopsy Your doctor wants to do a thyroid biopsy for a suspicious lump. Here's what to expect. See More About:  thyrpod cancer  thyroid nodules  thyroid biopsy results Thyroid Cancer Symptoms Check out these symptoms of thyroid cancer. See More About:  cancer symptoms  thyroid disorders  neck pain Have You Had a Thyroidectomy? Show us Your Scar Before having a thyroidectomy, many patients are concerned with how their scar may affect their appearance. Have you had a thyroidectomy? Show us your scar and let others know how their incision may heal. See More About:  thyroidectomy  thyroid cancer  thyroid biopsy Cancer Ads Thyroid Nodule Cancer Thyroid Cancer Drug Thyroid Symptoms Colon Cancer Signs Featured Articles Skin Cancer Pictures How Do You Deal with Unwanted Medical Advice? Cancer Basics Symptoms of Cancer Causes and Risk Factors of Cancer Diagnosis of Cancer   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. More> This newsletter is written by: Lisa Fayed Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What is Cancer? Symptoms of Cancer Types of Cancer Treatment of Cancer Preventing Cancer Advertisement