My name is Cátia. I’m 28 years old and I’m a Portuguese dentist. When I was 25 years old, I was diagnosed with papillary thyroid carcinoma. I have gone through a left hemithyroidectomy. Back then at the time of my diagnosis I didn’t know how good the chances of recovery were for this type of cancer. I recovered very well with the help of my doctors, my family and my friends.
I take medication everyday, which I will take for the rest of my life, but I don’t feel like thyroid cancer took something from me. I feel like it made me develop into a more mature and stronger person.
Trust your medical team. The chances really are in your favor and tomorrow awaits you.
So if you are going through the same, it is normal to feel scared. The best advice I can give you is find refuge in prayer, family and friends. Trust your medical team. The chances really are in your favor and tomorrow awaits you.
Will You Share Your Story?
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month. As part of that theme, we post stories written by thyroid cancer survivors, caregivers and medical professionals for our 30 Stories in 30 Days™ campaign. The insights they share can help others along their journey.
