How long does it take for thyroid cancer to metastasize to lymph nodes

How long does it take for thyroid cancer to metastasize to lymph nodes?

The iodine here mainly refers to sodium iodide oral solution. How long it takes for sodium iodide oral solution to be used for thyroid cancer lymph node metastasis requires a comprehensive analysis based on the patient's own situation, disease progression and stages.

If it is early stage thyroid cancer, it can be cured in time after surgery, and iodine treatment is generally not needed after surgery, so there is no need to use sodium iodide oral solution. If it is mid-to-late stage thyroid cancer, and the surgery has been completed, it is generally recommended to use sodium iodide oral solution about 1 month after surgery, and then recheck after 2 months. The decision on whether to continue using it will be made based on the patient's recovery.

Sodium iodide oral solution is a commonly used drug for iodine therapy, which can be used for the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid diseases. However, iodine therapy is mainly for patients with metastatic spread of cancer cells after surgery. If the cancer cells do not metastasize to other parts after surgery, iodine therapy is generally not needed.

You should be aware of the relevant matters before using sodium iodide oral solution. It is not suitable for lactating women, pregnant women, children or patients with acute myocardial infarction. Patients with acute hepatitis are prohibited from using sodium iodide oral solution. Most patients may experience fatigue, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms when using sodium iodide oral solution, which are normal reactions. If the situation is serious, you should notify in time and stop using it as required.