No cancer is "Good" cancer

When I first found out i was diagnosed with Thyroid cancer a few things were said to me along the way that have struck a chord in me. Drs said to me over and over this is the "good" cancer to get. Even on the internet if you look it up, it can be referred to as the "good cancer." Frankly, and yes i will be frank whoever came up with that phrase needs to "kiss it" :) I toned it down for the PGRating. I really dont understand putting the words "good" and "cancer" in the same sentence. It doesn't even make sense. Tell that to my kids, husband, and myself.
Thyroid Cancer is a very rare cancer to develop however the risk of it and people being diagnosed is on the rise, more so than any other cancer. Yes MORE than any other cancer. It is the cancer with the fastest growing number of cases. Im shocked to hear this. Most people probably deal with the same symptoms i deal with daily without even realizing they have thyroid issues. Reason we don't hear these statistics is because the fatality rate is smaller than most other cancer diagnosis'  For that i can be grateful, but i want to stand with those who struggle with this cancer and disease that follows it. It doesnt end after being treated for cancer. We have to change the way you think of cancer. You have to stand up and demand research and demand information. Why is this on the rise? What can we do to change this? How can we make people aware?
Misdiagnosis' happen daily. Thyroid conditions mimic alot of other chronic diseases. Lymes, MS, Parkinson's. All things i was tested for. We have to be an advocate for our own health. I have several friends whom have these diseases and its heartbreaking to see, yet I understand. Tremors, numbness, loss/gain appetite, memory loss, speech issues, hot/cold flashes, insomnia, chronic fatigue, joint pain, inability to tolerate overly hot or cold temperatures, hoarse voice....list goes on and on.
Drs will check your TSH level on a regular blood test, but i encourage you if your symptoms continue ask to check total t4 and free t4 test.When its low with a high tsh level it indicates a hypothyroid. To put in perspective of what im dealing with and trying to reverse a normal range for tsh is 1.1-5.5, when diagnosed my tsh was 425. Yes you read that right. 425. A far cry from 5.5 i might say. So needlesstosay i was feeling pretty crappy and continue to do so, this was the start of the journey to diagnosis.
 May i remind you im not a doctor. Will not claim to be, just an advocate for my own health and want others to advocate for themselves.
The Thyroid is nothing to mess with. Its the central gear to your whole system. Every cell has receptors for thyroid hormone. These hormones are responsible for most of the bodys function. It controls metabolism, growth, body temperature, muscle strength, appetite, the health of your heart, your brain, your kidneys, and reproductive system. If your thyroid doesnt work properly, NEITHER DO YOU!!! Problems with your thyroid can lead to high cholesterol, heart disease, muscle weakness, and so on.
I encourage you to think twice and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions. Its for you after all. We need to be RELENTLESS for ourselves and our families sake.

Blessings
Kate
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