How does thyroid cancer cause throat obstruction?

Thyroid cancer may cause throat obstruction, which may be related to the large size of thyroid cancer and invasion of the recurrent laryngeal nerve. At this time, patients need timely surgical treatment, and also need to cooperate with auxiliary treatments such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

1. Large size of thyroid cancer: If the thyroid cancer is large, it may compress the trachea or esophagus, resulting in symptoms of throat obstruction. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital for treatment in a timely manner and undergo surgical resection under the guidance of a doctor, such as total thyroidectomy;

2. Invasion of the recurrent laryngeal nerve: If thyroid cancer has invaded the recurrent laryngeal nerve, it may cause hoarseness. If the tumor invades the esophagus, it may cause difficulty in swallowing. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital in time for treatment and receive surgical resection under the guidance of a doctor, such as total thyroidectomy. If necessary, chemotherapy should be performed using drugs such as cisplatin injection and paclitaxel injection as prescribed by the doctor;

3. Other reasons: If thyroid cancer metastasizes to the lungs, it may cause symptoms such as coughing and expectoration, and may also be accompanied by difficulty breathing. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital in time for treatment and undergo surgical resection of the lesion under the guidance of a doctor. After surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and other adjuvant treatments are also required.

In daily life, patients are advised to pay attention to a light diet and eat protein-rich foods such as eggs, milk, etc., which help supplement the nutrients needed by the body.