Understanding thyroid cancer (follicular and papillary)
Booklet
Published:
01 Jul 2021
Next review:
01 Jul 2024
Edition:
11
This booklet is about the most common types of thyroid cancer, which are called papillary and follicular thyroid cancer. It is for anyone who has been diagnosed with these types of cancer.
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Published:
01 Jul 2021
Next review:
01 Jul 2024
Edition:
11
This booklet is about the most common types of thyroid cancer, which are called papillary and follicular thyroid cancer. It is for anyone who has been diagnosed with these types of cancer.
About this booklet
The booklet talks about the signs and symptoms of thyroid cancer. It explains how it is diagnosed and how it may be treated. It also has information about emotional, practical and financial issues.
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We want everyone affected by cancer to feel our information is written for them. To do this we use plain English and we try to make it accessible and relevant to the widest range of people. Read more about how we produce our information.
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