You Can Recover from Thyroid Surgery Faster
Anyone who has had to live with an unhealthy thyroid knows the discomfort and inconvenience that a thyroid condition can lead to. Often, a thyroid condition leads to surgery.
If you are facing thyroid surgery, you are likely entering a time of uncertainty as you think about your recovery period after the surgery. This can be a bit scary, but if you are well-informed, it doesn't have to be.
This lens is designed to help YOU get through the thyroid surgery recovery process as quickly, efficiently and in as pain-free a way as possible!
If you are facing thyroid surgery, you are likely entering a time of uncertainty as you think about your recovery period after the surgery. This can be a bit scary, but if you are well-informed, it doesn't have to be.
This lens is designed to help YOU get through the thyroid surgery recovery process as quickly, efficiently and in as pain-free a way as possible!
So, You are Facing Thyroid Surgery and the Inevitable Recovery Period . . .
(you have come to the right place!)
The thyroid is an integral part of the hormonal system of the body. When it is out of whack, we can feel the full range of effects, from irritability to nausea to fatigue . . . to nothing much at all.For whatever reason, your doctor has determined that your thyroid must go! Now that you know the facts, it is time to accept your fate: you will be without a thyroid for the rest of your life! Operations are recommended by doctors for a variety of thyroid conditions: both cancerous and benign.
Cheer up - it's not so bad. Thanks to the wonderful medicines available today, you can take a daily thyroid supplement. Your body will never know the difference, and you can go about your merry way doing the things you love to do most.
Still, there's that surgery thing to deal with. Okay, read on!
7 Thyroid Surgery FAQs
Common Questions about the Thyroid Gland
Q1: What is the thyroid gland?A: The thyroid gland is one of the largest endocrine glands in the human body.
Q2: What does the thyroid do?
A: It controls how quickly the body burns energy. It also creates proteins your body needs. And, it regulates how sensitive the body should be to other hormones.
Q3: How does the thyroid function?
A: The thyroid excretes important hormones into the body that regulate the body's metabolism, among other important bodily functions.
Q4: What are the most common types of thyroid problems?
A: Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) are the two most common types of thyroid problems.
Q5: What is Hashimoto's disease?
A: Also called Hashimoto's thyroiditis, Hashimoto's disease is an auto-immune disease whereby the body's own T-cells attack the cells of the thyroid.
Q6: For which thyroid conditions is surgery typically recommended as a mode of treatment?
A: Thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer and hyperthyroidism are sometimes treated with surgery, which involves the full or partial removal of the thyroid gland.
Q7: What are the types of thyroid surgery?
A: The three main types of thyroid surgery are the total thyroidectomy (complete removal), thyroid lobectomy (the removal of a single thyroid lobe), and sub-total thyroidectomy (whereby one complete lobe, the isthmus connecting the two lobes, and part of the other lobe) are removed.
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dnmarket
Sep 15, 2011 @ 10:06 pm | delete
- Thyroid cancer sucks.
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unbound
Aug 20, 2011 @ 10:33 am | delete
- Thanks for such detailed information about Thyroid Surgery Recovery...
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shaka2011
Jan 31, 2011 @ 7:52 pm | delete
- I had thyroid lobectomy removed on my right lobe on Friday, 01.28.11 and stayed in the hospital overnight was released on Saturday, 01.29.11. No problems with surgery. On day 4, my throat is still sore, Still eating soft foods. On pain medications, down to 1 pill a day.
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Mark Williamson
Sep 30, 2009 @ 7:17 pm | delete
- I knew in order to get better it was going to be some pain. I wanted to get better from surgery to remove a goiter that I put off for nearly ten years, finally September I had the surgery, I'm a little sore, It didn't effect my vocal cords, I rest sometimes but the most I can report is the feeling of a paper cut on the inside, a feeling that my voice is louder in the morning and during the day it drops a little, discomfort when I try to lay down in my former sleep position and having to prop pillows and sleep sitting on my back, but that lemon in my neck is gone and I believe I look better so the surgery was a good thing. Good luck to anyone having surgery on their thyroid, have it and enjoy a better quality of like, Thanks
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Softnlovable2223@yahoo.com
Jul 31, 2009 @ 11:16 pm | delete
- I just had my total Thyroid removed on 7/29/2009, This was a total I had the partial done about 10 years ago, I am now at home recovering, I cant really eat soft foods so I drink broth soup, swiss pudding with meds, jello to keep my throat from being dry and mash potatoes to make me feel as if I am eating a meal, Its hard to swallow the mash potatoes, I am on atb, calcuim chewable, synthroid, vicodin, I have been feeling a tingle feeling in my legs and chest so I now prop my legs and head up on a pillow
I am just taking one step at a time I need to see what my blood levels are at very soon I really want to eat food without getting choked well that is my blob I had surgery weds 7/29 and today is 7/31
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Wendy Hampton
Jun 26, 2009 @ 5:03 pm | delete
- My husband had a thyroidectomy last Friday. He needs to know what to do to recover his voice faster. should he rest, not talk, gargle with salt water?
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Jen
Jun 15, 2009 @ 9:38 am | delete
- I had thyrioid surgery about 3-4 years ago and I have been experiencing almost a flutter like feetling in my throat area, like in my wind pipe since the surgery. I only had the left side removed and I do have Hashimoto disease and taking Levoxyl. Have you heard of this?
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satori7777
May 31, 2009 @ 11:38 pm | in reply to jojo318@optimum.net | delete
- Hi JoJo318: I'm not a medical doctor and do not profess to give medical advice. However, in my case, I take a thyroid supplement (and have for years) and have experienced no weight gain or acid reflux issues. Hope this helps!
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jojo318@optimum.net
May 30, 2009 @ 5:00 am | delete
- irecently had allmy thyroid removed i have been of average weight all my life iam 58yrs. old and now have to take a suplement will my weight increase and what are otheraffects are there i also developed acid reflux is this acommon ?
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What to Expect after Thyroid Surgery
After your surgery, your doctor will likely recommend that you remain in bed for at least one day. However, after that, you will likely be asked to start moving around.
Swallowing and eating may be difficult during the first day after surgery. Usually, having liquids with very soft foods is a good way to handle the discomfort you may feel.
Other possible, short-term side effects may include:
1. Pain in the neck area
2. Neck tension and tenderness
3. A hoarse, whispery or tired-sounding voice
4. Irritated windpipe
After your surgery, you may be asked to take 1-2 weeks off before returning to your normal activities.
Swallowing and eating may be difficult during the first day after surgery. Usually, having liquids with very soft foods is a good way to handle the discomfort you may feel.
Other possible, short-term side effects may include:
1. Pain in the neck area
2. Neck tension and tenderness
3. A hoarse, whispery or tired-sounding voice
4. Irritated windpipe
After your surgery, you may be asked to take 1-2 weeks off before returning to your normal activities.
Find a Healing Destination Where You can Relax after Your Surgery
If you have the time and the means, consider escaping to a relaxing spa or resort hotel as you recovery from your surgery.
Getting away for a few days or even a week on a low-stress vacation can be a great way to recover from your surgery.
Healing is Just a Click Away
Facing thyroid surgery is nobody's idea of a fun time. Happily, you don't just have to sit there and take it!Healing after surgery can be expedited by tapping into holistic mind-body-spirit meditations that nourish you back to recovery. www.Surgery-Companion.info offers information you can't find anywhere else on how to heal the most effectively and quickly after your surgery.
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