After thyroid cancer surgery, what is the reason for the swelling in the neck?

Neck swelling during follow-up examination after thyroid cancer surgery may be a normal or abnormal phenomenon, such as local tissue edema, lymph node metastasis, etc.

1. Normal phenomenon

Since the patient needs to bandage the neck after the operation, if the wound is not completely healed at this time, it will cause slight pain and swelling in the neck. This is a normal physiological reaction and generally does not require special treatment. The symptoms will gradually ease after a period of rest.

2. Abnormal Phenomena

1. Local tissue edema: If you do not do a good job of nursing after thyroid cancer surgery, local soft tissue may be damaged, causing edema. You can take anti-inflammatory drugs for treatment under the guidance of a doctor, such as amoxicillin capsules, cefixime tablets, etc., which can promote the absorption of inflammation and help the recovery of the disease.

2. Lymph node metastasis: If cancer cells spread or metastasize, it will also affect the surrounding lymph nodes, thus causing the above situation. Radiotherapy can be used to improve the situation, inhibit the growth of cancer cells, and chemotherapy is also needed as an auxiliary treatment.

In addition, it may also be related to hypothyroidism. It is recommended to seek medical attention in time for a complete examination to determine the cause, and follow the doctor's advice for targeted treatment.