Thyroid Cancer

Hi Lynn,

It's nice to hear from you again but I'm sorry it's because you're going through all this again.  Your case is proof that everyone with thyca has to keep getting their check-ups and it's like any other cancer - it could return.

Yes, we will definitely "take you back."  Did they find the cancer after a total body scan?  For your yearly checks, did you go on the LID and quit taking your meds or were you able to go on thyrogen (I think that's the word I want.)

Come back and post whenever you have a minute.  Thanks.

Hugs,

Calley7

Thanks Calley,
You are always so gracious and welcoming =)

I go every 6 months for a blood draw. My numbers kept going up so we knew something was brewing. I was scheduled for an neck ultrasound a year ago. The x-ray tech thought she found something and set up an ultrasound biopsy. When it was time for the biopsy nothing was found but scar tissue. Now, a year later the tumor on my left lymph node had a scan and biopsy. I think you know the rest. I was on Levoxol (off now waiting for RAI). I'm not sure I know what LID is?

Thanks so much for your thoughtful welcome! Lynn

Hi Lynn,

The LID is the low iodine diet.  I know the other girls here have to go on that when they are off the meds and going hypo for their total body scans.

It looks as though you have a good medical team that is keeping on top of your situation.  Will you have to stay in the hospital for the RAI or can you come home?  Of course, home means everyone else has to keep their distance.

Calley7