What are the sequelae of thyroid cancer? What are the hazards of thyroid cancer?

Thyroid cancer sequelae usually refer to postoperative sequelae. Common sequelae include hypothyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, recurrent laryngeal nerve damage, etc.

1. Hypothyroidism

Improper surgical treatment of thyroid cancer can cause thyroid disease and induce symptoms such as hypothyroidism. In severe cases, it is accompanied by memory impairment, developmental delay, and mental retardation. These symptoms are more common in children.

2. Parathyroid hypofunction

Severe hypothyroidism is often accompanied by convulsions of the hands and feet, epileptic seizures, etc. This type of sequelae is not common and the probability of occurrence is low.

3. Damage to the recurrent laryngeal nerve

Improper surgical operation by the physician may cause damage to the recurrent laryngeal nerve, which affects the patient's normal pronunciation and is often accompanied by symptoms such as hoarseness. Even with subsequent treatment, it is difficult to return to the previous state.