Thyroid cancer

Thyroid cancer

Thyroid cancer develops in thyroid cells and some environmental and genetic factors may increase the risk of having thyroid cancer.

What are the symptoms of thyroid cancer?

Signs and symptoms of thyroid cancer may include:

• Neck pain
• Voice changes
• Swallowing difficulties

If you have experienced symptoms of thyroid cancer you are advised to see a doctor.

How is thyroid cancer diagnosed? 

Early diagnosis plays an important role in the treatment of thyroid cancer. Diagnostic tests may include: 

• Ultrasonography
• Biopsy
• Blood investigations

What are the treatment options for thyroid cancer?

There are different options for the treatment of thyroid cancer. To decide the best treatment option for you, your condition should be evaluated by your doctor.

Surgical treatment, radioactive iodine treatment, hormone treatment and radiotherapy are the most common ways that are used in treatment of thyroid cancer, also combined treatments may be considered.

Why choose Turkey for thyroid cancer treatment?

• International accreditation: Our partner hospitals for thyroid cancer treatment in Turkey are certified by independent international organizations such as JCI (Joint Commission International) or ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and they are all university hospitals.
• Latest technology: Latest technologies are applied in our contracted hospitals to achieve the great results.
• Fast treatment arrangement: Since thyroid cancer treatment requires urgency, we suggest you to start your treatment as soon as possible.
• Our partner hospitals has cooperation with top American cancer centers.
• Low prices: In Turkey, we provide affordable and high-quality healthcare for thyroid cancer. Thyroid cancer treatment cost in Turkey is 2 to 3 times lower than in Europe.
• Outpatient treatment: Most chemotherapy treatments are given in an outpatient clinic. During chemotherapy treatment you will be in the hospital and the process may take at most 6-8 hours. Usually there is a specific timeline between chemotherapy sessions, your treatment could be in every 15 or 21 days. During these sessions you are always welcome in our hotel or you can choose to return to your country.