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Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

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  Thyroid cancer occurs in thyroid cells - a butterfly-shaped gland located just below your neck, below your Adam's apple. Your thyroid produces hormones that regulate your heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight.    Thyroid cancer may not cause any symptoms at first. But as it grows, it causes pain and swelling in your neck. Most cases of thyroid cancer can be cured with treatment.    In this blog, we will focus on its diagnosis and treatment!   Diagnosis    Tests and procedures used to diagnose thyroid cancer:    Physical examination   Blood test     Ultrasound imaging     Removal of a sample of thyroid tissue     CT, MRI, and nuclear imaging tests that use the radioactive form of iodine    Genetic testing    Once you’ve been diagnosed for Thyroid Cancer, its treatment begins.   Thyroid Cancer Treatment    Your thyroid cancer treatment options depend on the type and stage of your thyroid cancer, your overall health, and your preferences.    Surgery     Most peop

What are ways for cancer treatment in India: Know here

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Cancer is a disease that is caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the body. When this happens, the person's normal functions and processes are disrupted. Cancer treatment aims to destroy or slow down the growth of these cells so that they stop producing abnormal amounts of tissue and spreading. In India, many cancer treatment options are available like chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, and stem cell transplantation.    India is emerging as one of the leading providers for cancer treatments in the world . At the same time, there is a huge gap between what cancer patients can afford and what is available in India. This gap stems from the lack of proper infrastructure and facilities to provide quality care at an affordable price.   India has some of the most affordable cancer treatment facilities in the world. Furthermore, there are many hospitals that provide quality care and offer patients assistance with things such as travel expenses and medical costs.   Ind