Follicular thyroid cancer
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| Follicular thyroid cancer | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Follicular thyroid carcinoma |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Neck mass, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, difficulty breathing |
| Complications | Metastasis to bone, lung, brain |
| Onset | Typically in adults |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | Minimally invasive, widely invasive |
| Causes | Genetic mutations, radiation exposure |
| Risks | Radiation exposure, iodine deficiency, family history |
| Diagnosis | Fine needle aspiration, ultrasound, thyroid scan, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Follicular adenoma, papillary thyroid cancer, medullary thyroid cancer |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgery, radioactive iodine, thyroid hormone therapy |
| Medication | Levothyroxine |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | 10-15% of all thyroid cancer cases |
| Deaths | N/A |
Follicular thyroid cancer is a type of thyroid cancer that originates from the follicular cells of the thyroid gland. It is the second most common type of thyroid cancer, accounting for approximately 10-15% of all thyroid cancer cases.
Symptoms[edit]
Follicular thyroid cancer often does not cause any symptoms in its early stages. However, as the cancer grows, it may cause symptoms such as a lump in the neck, difficulty swallowing, changes in the voice, and neck pain.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of follicular thyroid cancer is unknown. However, it is believed to be associated with certain risk factors, including age, gender, exposure to radiation, and a family history of thyroid disease or cancer.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of follicular thyroid cancer is often made through a combination of physical examination, blood tests, imaging tests, and a biopsy of the thyroid gland.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for follicular thyroid cancer typically involves surgery to remove the thyroid gland, followed by radioactive iodine therapy to destroy any remaining cancer cells. Other treatments, such as hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy, may also be used in certain cases.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for follicular thyroid cancer is generally good, with a 5-year survival rate of over 90% for localized disease. However, the prognosis can vary depending on the stage of the disease, the patient's age, and other factors.
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