psychmom's Journey with Tall Cell, Papillary Carcinoma
Survivor: Thyroid Cancer > Papillary Carcinoma > Tall Cell
Patient Info: Finished active treatment more than 5 years ago, Diagnosed: over 16 years ago, Female, Age: 67, Stage I
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radioactive iodine
Radiation
Was nauseous from radioactive iodine for one week
Weight gain
Side Effects
Gained about 5 pounds after surgery, had lost about 5 pounds before surgery. Also had voice hoarseness for about two weeks.
Finished treatment
Celebration
Went to England, was able to plan trip while recuperating from surgery, which helped relieve anxiety.