Jammu, May 15 -- Dr. Rohit Nayyar, Vice Chairman Surgical Oncology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, Delhi

It's easy to overlook your thyroid, after all it's a small, butterfly-shaped gland sitting quietly at the base of your neck. But despite its size, the thyroid plays a powerful role in controlling your metabolism, heart rate, body temperature, and energy levels. And when something goes wrong, such as thyroid cancer, it deserves attention.

Understanding Thyroid Cancer

Thyroid cancer occurs when cells in the thyroid gland begin to grow abnormally. In many cases, it develops slowly and may not cause obvious symptoms at first. In fact, some people discover it during a routine health screening or imaging test for another condition....