Thyroid cancer occurs in the butterfly-shaped gland in the neck that is responsible for producing hormones that regulate many functions in your body, including your metabolism, heart rate, and body temperature.
Working closely with the renowned experts at Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Institute, the Surgeons Group of Baton Rouge provides the latest surgical treatment options for thyroid cancer. Get in touch with our team to learn more.
Anyone can get thyroid cancer, regardless of age, sex, and race. However, certain populations have a higher risk of developing it. Risk factors of thyroid cancer include:
Thyroid cancer in its early stages rarely presents symptoms. As the cancer grows, you may notice the following:
Physicians used a variety of diagnostic tests and procedures to detect thyroid cancer, including:
Thyroid cancer is curable with treatment. Your doctor will recommend treatment options based on your cancer type and stage. Our team offers the following therapies, among others.
Request a consultation with the Surgeons Group of Baton Rouge to learn more about your surgical treatment options.