Living With Cancer: Understanding thyroid cancer

Thyroid cancer Thyroid cancer occurs in the cells of the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck. Your thyroid produces hormones that regulate your heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature and weight. Thyroid cancer isn't common in the U.S., and there may be no signs or symptoms early in the disease. [...]
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