Thyroid second most common cancer in women
– Thyroid cancer is the second most common cancer among women in Cyprus and the sixth in men.
– Holistic support is needed for those with thyroid cancer.
– Early detection of thyroid nodules and regular follow-up are key for better treatment outcomes.
– Main symptom is the appearance of a lump in the throat.
– Other symptoms include hoarseness lasting more than a few weeks and a painless throat mass.
– Thyroid cancer risk is increased by environmental and genetic factors, including being female, a low iodine diet, and family history.
– Women who have had breast cancer have a slightly increased chance of being diagnosed with thyroid cancer and vice versa.
