Is it the silent cancer that women are most susceptible to? If any of these four phenomena appear, seek medical attention right away!

According to data from the Health Promotion Administration, Ministry of Health and Welfare, thyroid cancer is now the ninth most common cancer in Taiwan and the fourth most common cancer among women!

Dr. Lin Yi-Xin of Taiwan Adventist Hospital's Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism explained that thyroid cancer is the most common carcinogenesis in the endocrine system, with incidence rates three times higher in women than in men, with the peak onset period ranging from 35 to 55 years old. However, the symptoms are usually subtle, earning it the name "The most silent cancer type," as they are frequently discovered only after a health examination.

However, Dr. Lin Yi-Xin also pointed out that thyroid cancer is a type of cancer with positive prognosis as long as patients actively face it and undergo treatment, most can be cured! Dr. Lin Yi-Xin did, however, also note that thyroid cancer is a type of cancer with a favorable prognosis - the majority of patients can be cured as long as they actively confront the disease and receive treatment!

Localized swelling in the neck or lumps that appear to be growing rapidly over time, accompanied by skin redness.
Pain in the neck and occasionally in the ears.
A harsh voice, having trouble swallowing or even experiencing breathing difficulty.
An unexplained drop in body weight or a persistent cough without a cold.

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