Types of thyroid cancer
- Papillary, the most common type and usually very treatable
- Follicular
- Medullary, which can run in families (MEN 2)
- Anaplastic, rare and fast-growing
Endocrinologist role in thyroid cancer
Surgery is usually the first treatment. Afterward, the endocrinologist leads long-term care. This includes setting the right thyroid hormone dose, deciding about radioactive iodine when needed, and checking thyroglobulin blood tests and neck ultrasounds over time.
Many small, low-risk papillary cancers can now be treated with less surgery or, in select cases, careful monitoring. Dr. Siddiqui follows current guidelines and works with your surgeon to tailor care.