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Glossary Thyroid Cancer

malignant growth in thyroid gland cells

Thyroid cancer, also known as thyroid carcinoma, is a type of cancer that originates in the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck. It can present in several forms, including papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic, each varying in aggressiveness and treatment approaches. Early detection often leads to effective treatment, typically involving surgery, radioactive iodine, and sometimes thyroid hormone therapy.

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research Women with alopecia exhibit a higher risk for thyroid cancer: A nationwide cohort study

6 citations , December 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”

This study found that Taiwanese women with alopecia may have a significantly higher risk of developing thyroid cancer compared to those without alopecia.

research Androgenetic Alopecia and Thyroid Cancer: Coincidence or More?

January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology”

This case report details a 26-year-old woman with diffuse hair loss following treatment for thyroid cancer, subsequent thyroidectomy, and development of hypothyroidism and hypoparathyroidism managed with thyroxin.

research Vandetanib-associated alopecia areata in a patient with metastatic medullary thyroid cancer

1 citations , July 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

A cancer patient developed a type of hair loss after starting a cancer drug called vandetanib.

research BRAF Inhibitor Dabrafenib in Patients with Metastatic BRAF-Mutant Thyroid Cancer

188 citations , October 2014 in “Thyroid”

This study found that dabrafenib was well tolerated and led to durable responses in patients with BRAF-mutant differentiated thyroid carcinoma, with a median progression-free survival of 11.3 months.

research Safety of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors in Patients With Differentiated Thyroid Cancer: Real-World Use of Lenvatinib and Sorafenib in Korea

39 citations , June 2019 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology”

This study reported that while both sorafenib and lenvatinib may require dose modifications due to adverse events in treating advanced or metastatic thyroid cancers, key differences in side effect profiles were observed.

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community I got my blood test results, my Thyroid and Ferritin are good but Vitamin D is 11.1 I started topic minoxidil yesterday (5%)

in Treatment 5 upvotes 6 months ago

The user has androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and low Vitamin D levels, and they started using topical minoxidil (5%). They are considering finasteride but are concerned about side effects and are advised to seek mental health support.

community 1 Year on Finasteride and 14 Months on Minoxidil and I Feel Like I am Not Stabilizing

1 upvotes 6 months ago

A 20-year-old is concerned about hair thinning despite using finasteride and minoxidil for over a year. They are advised to manage anxiety, consider therapy, and possibly reassess their treatment plan, while others suggest checking thyroid levels and considering alternative treatments like dutasteride.

community Are these safe levels to start taking Finasteride (M, 25)?

8 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses concerns about starting finasteride with low testosterone levels, with one person suggesting finasteride might increase testosterone and decrease DHT, and another advising to pay attention to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.

community Is mesotherapy supposed to be only on the top of the head? in women?

3 upvotes 1 year ago

A 24-year-old woman with hair loss due to anemia and possibly thyroid issues is undergoing mesotherapy, which was only applied to the top of her head. She is considering minoxidil and is concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment, as her hair loss is not related to hormonal factors.

community Been on fin/min topical spray for 6 months and my hair is the worst it’s been

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 11 months ago

The user has been using a topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil for six months but is experiencing increased hair shedding and concerns about its effectiveness. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, consulting a dermatologist, and checking for underlying health issues like thyroid function and nutrient deficiencies.

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