“Geez, why are all of these posts so doom and gloom? All of them!” *Continues scrolling Thyroid Cancer Support Groups* “Wow, they sure do complain a lot.” “I can’t believe everyone is so miserable. I want to help them with some positive thinking. They’re all so hopeless. I have to blog about my thyroid cancer…
Week 2 thyroidectomy what to expect during recovery
I’m not a doctor or an expert, I’m simply sharing my experience with thyroid cancer and the scar healing tips I used. Don’t follow the advice of internet strangers, especially if your doctor gives conflicting advice. This post is for informational purposes only. How to Treat Incision After Thyroidectomy You can shower 24 hours after…
You’re probably wondering what to expect after your thyroidectomy. The good news is, there is life after thyroid removal. Your recovery period should be fairly short. The bad news? Nobody can tell you exactly what to expect after your thyroid operation because each person will experience a different recovery time, as well as their own…
Before we get started, realize that I’m not a doctor moonlighting as a blogger – I’m simply a woman who is battling thyroid cancer. I want to share my story to help others (women and men). Thyroid Cancer Symptoms These are from the Mayo Clinic. This is not an exhaustive list; constipation, hair loss, and…
Thyroidectomy Day 1 No food or drink after midnight just like with any surgery. Check in was simple. Had to wait a few hours til surgery actually started but it was relaxing. I mostly stared at Kevin, and kissed him lots because I knew I wouldn’t get to much afterward (for a while, anyway). I…