Category Archives: Thyroid Surgery

Main Symptoms of Thyroid Masses

A thyroid mass is any lump or growth in the butterfly gland in your neck. Most are harmless, but all can make their presence felt. Neck lump is the star. You notice a bump at the base of your throat that moves up when you swallow. Tight-collar feeling is common. The mass pushes on your windpipe, so shirts feel snug even though the collar size hasn’t changed. Hoarseness creeps in. Your voice sounds raspy or deeper, and clearing your throat doesn’t fix it. Swallowing catches. Pills or bread feel like they stick for a second, especially when you look up.... Learn more

Main Symptoms of Thyroid Disease

Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that controls how fast your body burns fuel. When it acts up, the signs can pop up anywhere from your hair to your heart. Neck lump is the classic red flag. You feel or see a bump that bobs up when you swallow. Energy swings are common. With hypothyroidism you feel like you’re “running on empty,” while hyperthyroidism makes you wired, shaky, and unable to sit still. Weight moves without trying. Hypo adds pounds even when you eat less; hyper peels them off despite extra helpings. Hair and skin change. Hair... Learn more

Main Symptoms of Thyroid Cyst

A thyroid cyst is a fluid-filled sac sitting inside the thyroid gland. Most are harmless water balloons, so symptoms are usually mild and show up only when the cyst gets big. Neck lump is the star. You notice a smooth, round bump at the base of your throat that bobs up when you swallow. Size can change. The lump may swell after a cold or shrink on its own, making it seem to “come and go.” Pressure or fullness is common. You feel like something is stuck in your throat, especially when looking up or wearing a tight collar. Hoarseness... Learn more

Main Symptoms of Papillary Thyroid Cancer

Papillary thyroid cancer is the most common type of thyroid cancer. It grows slowly and usually shows up as a painless lump in the neck. Neck lump is the star. You feel or see a bump at the base of your throat that moves up when you swallow. Hoarseness creeps in. Your voice sounds raspy or deeper, and throat clearing doesn’t help. Swallowing can catch. Pills or bread feel like they stick for a second, especially when you look up. Neck swelling may spread. Lymph nodes under the jaw or along the side of the neck can puff up, sometimes... Learn more

Main Symptoms of Thyroid Tumors

A thyroid tumor is a lump in the butterfly-shaped gland in your neck. Most are harmless, but some can cause local pressure or hormone chaos. Neck lump is the star. You feel or see a bump at the base of your throat that moves up when you swallow. Hoarseness creeps in. Your voice sounds raspy or deeper, and throat clearing doesn’t help. Swallowing can catch. Pills or bread feel like they stick for a second, especially when you look up. Breathing may feel tight. The lump presses on your windpipe, so you notice a slight wheeze or need to lean... Learn more