There are different types of thyroid cancer, most being rather quite mild tbh. Is it Thyroid Papillary Carcinoma by any chance? Detected early via ultrasound? If so, then her prognosis is likely pretty good.
Like others have said best to avoid sugar, and follow a Keto diet. Maybe also look into RSO (Rick Simpson Oil) if it's legal where you live.
Also avoid goitrogens. Most endocrinologists won't tell you about them. They inhibit selenium intake into your thyroid, and is especially bad for people with hypothyroidism, which is a serious risk factor for thyroid cancer.
Yes, we found out it is papillary carcinoma, which is good. It did spread to her lymphnodes but they said prognosis is still very high. Mostly concerned with the after affects of surgery and being dependent on Thyroid medications to function. We are starting to cut out most sugars (definitely added sugars). She is also calling a few local places to see if we can get RSO and how much it will cost. We will stay clear of any Goitrogens. do you know anything about the thyroid medications they give you after you have your thyroid removed? Thanks for the post man.
Had a gf who had same problem and had to have the thyroidectomy. Meds mostly did the job, but she became prone to mood swings and severe anxiety attacks. This was a long time ago, so there's a good chance the preferred meds have improved since. Don't mean to alarm you here... Your wife might not experience mood issues at all, but just a heads up that it is a possibility. Good news is the ex-gf is still trucking along fine and in good shape almost 30 years after removal.
As far as diet goes, you've received some good advice already (e.g. keto). To add to that I'd recommend minimizing PUFA (linoleic acid) intake and the adoption of an overall low-calorie diet if disease suppression & anti-aging is the main concern.
Appreciate this. No harm about alarming us. Haha we'd like to know what to expect. I'm not familiar with Linoleic acid so I will look into that. Thanks again.
Glad to help man. Just an fyi even Stage 3 Thyroid Papillary Carcinoma still has some of the highest survival rates. Well over 90% IIRC.
To answer your question, they will probably give her levo-thyroxine afterwards to normalize her T3/T4, reverse T3 levels then taper down after a couple months depending on blood work results.
Another fyi, don't let those dispensaries rip you off on RSO. I have seen ridiculous prices. It can also be made quite easily with dried cannabis flower. Use high strength indica, and if you do, make it outside since it requires boiling off the 99% isopropyl alcohol into a dark thick gooey paste.
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