10 Most Common Cancers
9. Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer was the 9th commonest cancer in 2018 with a total of 567,233 newly diagnosed cases, which was 3.3% of the total number of cancers in 2018. Thyroid cancer originates from the thyroid gland and has the potential to spread to other parts of the body. Symptoms include a lump in the neck, dysphagia, hoarse voice, weight loss, and loss of appetite.
Risk factors include having a positive family history and radiation exposure at a young age. The four main types of thyroid cancer include anaplastic thyroid cancer, medullary thyroid cancer, follicular thyroid cancer, and papillary thyroid cancer. Diagnosis can be made using ultrasonography and biopsy through fine needle aspiration. Treatment options include chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, targeted therapy, thyroid hormones, and watchful observation.
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