I've had Hashimoto's thyroid for over 30 years... unrelated to my BC
May 10
Is there a relationship between Hashimoto's thyroiditis and breast cancer?
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is a thyroid condition that has been noted among some people living with breast cancer. Some MyBCTeam members have mentioned thyroid problems as a condition they've faced alongside their breast cancer diagnosis.
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Is there a relationship between Hashimoto's thyroiditis and breast cancer?
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is a thyroid condition that has been noted among some people living with breast cancer. Some MyBCTeam members have mentioned thyroid problems as a condition they've faced alongside their breast cancer diagnosis.
It's worth knowing that certain breast cancer treatments can sometimes affect thyroid function, so it's always a good idea to keep your care team informed about any thyroid-related symptoms you may be experiencing.
A few things to discuss with your doctor include:
- Whether your current breast cancer treatment could be impacting your thyroid
- Regular monitoring of thyroid levels during treatment
- How managing your thyroid condition might affect your breast cancer care plan
Your oncologist and endocrinologist working together is really the best path forward here to make sure both conditions are being managed safely and effectively.
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