Treatment methods after thyroid cancer surgery

Treatment after thyroid cancer surgery:

Postoperative treatments for thyroid cancer usually include taking medication on time, external radiation therapy, secondary surgery, etc. It is recommended to take good postoperative care and maintain good health.

1. Take medicine on time:

Thyroid cancer is a malignant tumor that occurs in the follicular epithelium and parafollicular epithelial cells of the thyroid gland. It is also a common tumor in the head and neck. The cause is not yet fully understood, and it is related to genetic factors. If parents have this disease, they may pass it on to their children. It is also considered to be caused by ionizing radiation. After surgery, patients also need to cooperate with doctors to take long-term medications, such as thyroid tablets, levothyroxine sodium tablets, prednisone acetate tablets, etc. They need to be used strictly according to the doctor's advice to avoid stopping the medication without authorization.

2. External radiation therapy:

After surgery for thyroid cancer, patients can use radiotherapy to control and treat their condition, but it needs to be performed by a professional doctor to prevent adverse phenomena from occurring.

3. Second surgery:

Inflammation and infection may occur after thyroid cancer surgery. To avoid recurrence after surgery, it is recommended to choose a second surgery to remove the thyroid cancer. At the same time, the cervical lymph nodes need to be cleaned to control the deterioration and development of thyroid cancer.

In addition to the above treatments, there is also radioactive iodine treatment. You need to ensure adequate sleep, avoid staying up late for a long time, maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, and face the disease actively. If conditions permit, you can also exercise appropriately, such as jogging, yoga, Tai Chi, etc.