Hello doctor, I have removed the right thyroid gland due to benign nodule, now the left gland has small spokes, blood test T3 is normal, TSH is normal, T4 is 10.2 but normal threshold is 12-14. The doctor gave me half a pill of berlthyrox 100 every other day. So should I take the medicine?

Thyroid cancer is one of the most common diseases of the head, face and neck in both men and women. The disease often has no obvious signs, so it silently metastasizes to many other parts, when the disease is detected at a late stage.

Thyroid cancer has a better prognosis than many other cancers because well-differentiated cells (follicular, papillary, with low malignancy) account for 90% of thyroid cancers. Therefore, thyroid cancer can be cured if detected early and treated properly.

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck that produces hormones that control every aspect of your metabolism, from your heart rate to how quickly you burn calories. Despite its important role, in some cases, it may be necessary to remove the thyroid.

After thyroid surgery, you will need some time to recover. However, you will be able to return to your normal activities soon. Your healthcare professionals will provide you with exercises and tips to speed up your recovery.