What is the reason for a bulge at the incision during thyroid cancer

Thyroid cancer patients may have bulges at the incision site, which may be related to lymph node hyperplasia, incision infection, scar hyperplasia, and tumor recurrence. At this time, it is necessary to complete blood routine, color ultrasound and other examinations to clarify the specific cause and then carry out corresponding treatment.

1. Lymph node hyperplasia: Thyroid cancer patients may experience bulges at the surgical incision site, which may be caused by lymph node hyperplasia. It is usually not accompanied by other discomfort symptoms. Regular observation is sufficient and no special treatment is required.

2. Incision infection: If thyroid cancer patients do not pay attention to wound care after surgery, local infection may occur, which may cause local tissue congestion and swelling, manifested as a bulge at the incision. At this time, the sutures need to be removed in time, and antibiotics such as injectable ceftriaxone sodium should be used for anti-infection treatment as prescribed by the doctor.

3. Scar hyperplasia: For thyroid cancer patients, scar hyperplasia usually occurs after the incision heals, which may also cause bulges at the incision. If the scar is small, it generally does not need to be treated. However, if the scar is large and affects the appearance, surgery may be required to remove the hyperplastic area.

4. Tumor recurrence: If the tumor is not completely removed after surgery, it may cause tumor recurrence, which may also cause bulges at the incision, generally causing compression on surrounding tissues, and may also be accompanied by symptoms such as neck lumps, neck pain, and hoarseness. At this time, surgical resection can be performed again, or comprehensive treatments such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy can be used under the guidance of a doctor.

For patients with thyroid cancer, they need to pay attention to rest and avoid staying up late and overwork, otherwise it may affect the recovery of the disease. In addition, it is recommended that patients go to the hospital's thyroid surgery department for regular follow-up examinations such as color Doppler ultrasound to understand the recovery status.