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I had my thyroid removed in December. I was sure to read all the bad news about thyroid removal to prepare myself for the worse! However, i have had some good results. I was out of work a week and a half, gained only 2 pounds in 7 months, and have a small scar about an inch long that continues to improve. I also was fortunate enough to have found the right level of synthroid after 2 doctor visits. So I am very happy with the results! My doctor advised me to not exceed 5 lbs in weight gain or loss in order to maintain the level of synthroid I take now. All is well!
Had a total thyroidectomy in 2001. There are many thoughts as to proper dosage of meds and what meds and what labs to test. I personally felt that a mack truck hit about three or four weeks after surgery and it has taken quite a while to take feeling better. I finally found a dr. that dosed on how I felt and I now feel the best I have in years. Read all you can about it. There are many sites on the internet. stopthethyroidmadness.com is a good site. There are also yahoogroups regarding having no thyroid. The surgery itself isn't bad. Expect a raspy throat maybe and sore but nothing real drastic. GOOD LUCK..
After my thyroidectomy I was referred back to my endocrinologist who then referred mr to the Nuclear specialist whi then explained how radiation is suppose to work. I am suppose to start radiation next week.
The Nuclear specialist stopped my Cytomel so now my bosy is really outta whack and I am on a low iodine diet to get my levels high enough for radiation. After radiation is complete then you go back to the endocrinologist to get on your new med to regulate your thyroid!
It's a whole lotta dr. appts and running around and feeling lazy,tired, emotional and aches all over- not a fun experience.
You will need to take synthroid, or a similar thyroid hormone replacement medicine for the rest of your life. With this, your body should be able to regulate your metabolism and with proper diet and exercise you should be able to loose weight. Maintain your calorie intake at your goal weight X 10.
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Should thyroid uptake scan be done if you have had thyroid removed?
A thyroid uptake scan wouldn't normally be needed unless it is suspected that thyroid tissue was missed during surgery (sometimes thyroid tissue can be found in other areas of the body), or the reason for the surgery was cancer and the removal of all the tissue is vital.
How can surgery cause hypothyroidism?
Removal of the thyroid gland because of cancer or other thyroid disorders can result in hypothyroidism.
What has the author William Sampson Handley written?
William Sampson Handley has written: 'Impressions of thyroid surgery in America' -- subject(s): Surgery, Thyroid gland 'Cancer of the breast and its treatment' -- subject(s): Breast, Cancer, Surgery
Is thyroid disease life threatening or even surgery serious?
Thyroid disease can be serious, but it is usually manageable with proper treatment such as medication or surgery if necessary. Surgery for thyroid disease is typically safe and performed by experienced surgeons, with a low risk of complications when done appropriately. However, it is important to work closely with a healthcare provider to monitor and manage thyroid conditions effectively.
What kind of doctor does neck surgery I am looking for specialists.?
It depends on what type of neck surgery. Endocrinologists handle thyroid issues (the thyroid is in the front of your neck) or a orthopedic doctor also does neck surgery. Some neurosurgeons also perform neck surgery if it's related to nerves.
Why use the Thyroid Uptake and scan on the thyroid?
Because the results of the uptake will determine whether you will need surgery to remove your thyroid glands.
Can you have cancer spread from thyroid cancer removal?
There is a chance that when surgery was done to remove the thyroid, the cancer may have spread already. If the cancer hadn't spread before surgery was done, there should be no spread.
What are used to suppress the thyroid gland before surgery?
methimazole and prophylthiouracil
Can you live without your thyroid gland?
The outcome of this surgery is usually excellent. Most people will need to take thyroid hormone pills (thyroid hormone replacement) for the rest of their lives.
What to Expect From Surgical Thyroid Cancer Treatment?
People with thyroid cancer can choose from many different treatment options. These options include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Patients should develop a tailored treatment plan through careful discussion with their doctors. Oncologists will advise specific treatments based on the location and stage of a patient's thyroid cancer. The most common thyroid cancer treatment is surgery. There are three main types of surgical thyroid cancer treatments. In the first type of surgery, called a lobectomy, a surgeon removes just one of the thyroid's lobes. This surgical option is often utilized for very small, non-agressive cancers that have not spread beyond one lobe. In the second type of surgery, which is known as a near-total thyroidectomy, almost all of the thyroid is removed. However, a small non-cancerous portion of the thyroid is left behind in the hopes that the paient will not require as much thyroid hormone replacement therapy after surgery. The third type of surgery is a total thyroidectomy, in which a surgeon removes a patient's entire thyroid. Thanks to recent technological advances, it is no longer necessary for surgeons performing surgical thyroid treatments to make gigantic incisions all the way across patients' necks. Instead, they can make much smaller incisions that result in less visible surgery scars. Smaller incisions also result in faster recovery times. Most thyroid cancer surgeries only take a few short hours, and patients can usually go home to recuperate the same day. After just a few days to a week of resting at home, patients can often get right back to work, as long as their jobs are not too physically strenuous. Sometimes oncologists suggest additional thyroid cancer treatments to patients who have undergone thyroid surgery. These treatments include supplementary radiation or chemotherapy to make sure that any stray cancer cells that might have been left behind by the surgery are destroyed. In many cases, however, such additional treatments are not necessary because surgery alone often gets the job done. A patient who has undergone a total thyroidectomy will need thyroid hormone replacement therapy. Since they no longer have their thyroid glands, these patients must take thyroid hormone pills daily for the rest of their lives.
What are the survival rates for medullary thyroid cancer?
Eighty percent of patients with medullary thyroid cancer will live for at least 10 years after surgery.
What nerve requires careful dissection during thyroid surgery?
The Laryngeal Nerve.
