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Thyroid Cancer Encounters: Case Presentations
Thyroid cancer arises when abnormal cells in the thyroid gland begin to grow uncontrollably, forming a tumor. The most common types of thyroid cancer include papillary and follicular thyroid cancer, with papillary being the most prevalent. Exposure to radiation, family history, and certain genetic mutations are known risk factors for thyroid cancer. Symptoms may include a lump in the neck, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, and persistent neck pain. Diagnosis often involves imaging studies like ultrasound, biopsy, and thyroid function tests. Treatment options depend on the type and stage of thyroid cancer and may include surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, and thyroid hormone replacement. Prognosis for thyroid cancer is generally favorable, with a high survival rate, especially for well-differentiated types. Regular follow-up care and monitoring of thyroid hormone levels are essential to detect any recurrence or metastasis. Supportive care, including psychological and nutritional support, is crucial for individuals undergoing thyroid cancer treatment. Public awareness and early detection through regular screenings play a key role in improving outcomes for individuals with thyroid cancer.
About the Speaker
Dr. G. V. Nagarjuna Reddy
Head & Neck Oncosurgeon, Tata Memorial Hospitals, Mumbai.
He has his expertise in Head and Neck benign lesions such as Cysts/ Swelling in the neck- Thyroglossal cyst, Submandibular stone, Branchial cyst & sinuses, Neck mass- Nerve sheath tumors, Head and Neck Cancers, Laryngectomy. Voice prosthesis for post laryngectomy patients, Thyroid swellings, Neck cysts, sinuses, nodes and swellings ,Parotid swellings and cancers , Nose bleeding and cancers and many more
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Diabetes and Renal Impairment : Let’s Understand the Link
Individuals with diabetes often develop kidney disease or damage over time. We refer to this kind of kidney disease as diabetic nephropathy. Nephrons in diabetics gradually thicken and get damaged over time. Urine starts to contain protein (albumin) due to nephron leaks. This damage may occur years before kidney disease symptoms appear. When type 2 diabetes develops slowly, kidney damage may already be present in some patients when they are first diagnosed.
Case Based Approach to Upper GI Bleed
Finding the source of the bleeding is essential for the effective management of upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, and if this is done, endoscopic treatment is frequently available. However, because of the bleeding's location or other technical factors, identifying it can be difficult. Consequently, it may be required to employ methods other than endoscopy, including CT angiography. A rare cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, duodenal diverticula can be difficult to identify since they sometimes call for specialized endoscopic treatments, like side-viewing endoscope.This case covers the details of first instance of this uncommon syndrome being successfully managed using an upper GI endoscopy using a colonoscope, followed by intravascular coiling.
Hepatitis: Know the Facts
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Approach to Benign Breast Diseases
The breasts are intricate structures made up of tissue, fat, and glands. Developing a breast lump, cyst, or tumor is a rather typical occurrence. We call this benign breast illness. Even though none of these breast disorders are deadly or malignant, they could raise your chance of getting breast cancer in the future. Even while the majority of breast diseases don't result in cancer, the idea is to get familiar with the feel and appearance of breasts to recognize changes even if the majority of breast diseases are not malignant.