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Thyroid cancer is the most common endocrine-related cancer; however, it is rare compared to other cancers. In the United States, there are only about 20,000 new patients annually. This publication pro... Details >
Answers frequently asked questions about potassium iodide as a preventive measure for thyroid cancer from radiation exposure.... Details >
Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
In preparation for a radioactive iodine (RAI) scan or a RAI treatment, patients are usually asked to go on a low-iodine diet. The purpose of a low-iodine diet is to deplete the body of its natural sto... Details >
Recent terrorist events have many people concerned about potential future attacks using radioactive materials. Taking potassium iodide (KI) tablets after an incident involving radioactive materials ma... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This document provides guidance on the use of potassium iodide as a thyroid blocking agent for radiation exposure.... Details >
Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This page links to a range of topics related to thyroid cancer, including treatment, prevention, genetics, screening, clinical trials, research, and statistics.... Details >
In these groups, people share thyroid cancer information and support. Participants share their own experiences and offer insights on how they are coping with thyroid cancer. ... Details >
The thyroid gland is located in the lower front of the neck, below the larynx (“Adam’s apple”) and above the collarbones. Thyroid cancer (carcinoma) usually appears as a painless lump in this area. Th... Details >
Thyroid operations are used for patients who have a variety of thyroid conditions, including both cancerous and benign (noncancerous) thyroid nodules, large thyroid glands (goiters), and overactive th... Details >
This booklet has important information about cancer of the thyroid. This booklet discusses possible causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and followup care. It also has information to help patients ... Details >