What Is Thyroid Cancer?
7. Signs and Symptoms
Unfortunately, thyroid cancer does not often present itself in the early stages. As the tumor on the thyroid grows, a patient may start to exhibit some common symptoms. The larger it gets, the more pressure it exerts on the thyroid and the tissue surrounding it.
Pain and discomfort in the neck due to swelling may be the first sign. A change in the tone of the voice is also a telling sign. This is because the tumor places pressure on the voice box, making the vocal cords sound hoarse. Other possible symptoms include pain in the throat, inflamed lymph nodes around the neck and difficulties swallowing.
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