✅ Papillary Thyroid Cancer – The most common type, growing slowly but can spread to lymph nodes.
✅ Follicular Thyroid Cancer – Less common but can invade blood vessels and spread to distant organs.
✅ Medullary Thyroid Cancer – A rare type that originates in C-cells, often linked to genetic conditions.
✅ Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer – The most aggressive and rarest form, growing rapidly and spreading quickly.

🔵 Lump or Swelling in the Neck – A painless mass that may grow over time.
🔵 Hoarseness or Voice Changes – Compression of vocal cords leading to a rough or weak voice.
🔵 Difficulty Swallowing – A growing tumor may press against the esophagus.
🔵 Persistent Cough – A dry cough without signs of infection.
🔵 Neck Pain – Discomfort around the thyroid area, sometimes radiating to the ears.

✅ Genetic Mutations – Inherited or acquired DNA changes that cause abnormal cell growth.
✅ Radiation Exposure – Previous radiation therapy or high radiation exposure increases risk.
✅ Iodine Deficiency or Excess – Imbalance in iodine levels may contribute to some types of thyroid cancer.
✅ Family History – A history of thyroid cancer in close relatives raises the likelihood of developing the disease.
✅ Hormonal Imbalances – Affecting thyroid function and cell growth.

🔵 Stage 1 – Tumor is small and confined to the thyroid gland.
🔵 Stage 2 – Cancer may grow larger but still remains within the thyroid.
🔵 Stage 3 – Cancer spreads to nearby lymph nodes.
🔵 Stage 4 – Advanced stage where cancer spreads to distant organs like the lungs or bones.

✅ Physical Examination – Checking for lumps or swelling in the neck.
✅ Ultrasound Scan – Imaging to assess nodule size, shape, and characteristics.
✅ Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy (FNAB) – A small sample of thyroid tissue is taken for testing.
✅ Blood Tests (Thyroid Function Tests) – Measures thyroid hormone levels and markers like calcitonin.
✅ CT or MRI Scans – Used to determine the extent of cancer spread.

🔵 Surgery (Thyroidectomy) – Removal of the tumor and, in some cases, part of the affected tissues.
🔵 Radioactive Iodine Therapy – High-energy X-rays target and destroy cancer cells.
🔵 Hormone Therapy – Cancer-killing drugs are used to stop the disease from spreading.
🔵 Radiation Therapy – Specific drugs attack cancer cells without harming healthy cells.
🔵 Targeted Drug Therapy – Boosts the body’s immune system to fight cancer.

Thyroid cancer is highly treatable when diagnosed early. Regular checkups and awareness of symptoms help ensure early detection. If you notice a lump in your neck, hoarseness, or difficulty swallowing, consult a doctor for a thorough evaluation.