Diseases and Conditions

Common Thyroid Disorders

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Thyroid Cancer

As mentioned earlier, there are thyroid nodules that are cancerous. These nodules are often sensitive to the touch. Thyroid cancer is common in women around the ages of 55 years old. In fact, more than 66% of thyroid cancer cases are middle-aged women.

The cause of thyroid cancer is not always known. However, there are also different types of cancer that can affect the thyroid, depending on which cells are affected. Fortunately, most thyroid cancers can be easily detected and treated. Survival rates are also high.