Thyroid cancer requires careful diagnosis, usually confirmed by biopsy and imaging, and treatment often centers on surgery like lobectomy (removal of part of the thyroid) or total thyroidectomy (removal of the entire gland), sometimes alongside lymph node removal. Symptom monitoring is essential, with common issues including a painless neck lump, voice changes, trouble swallowing, or a sense of fullness in the throat—later symptoms may include neck pain, hoarseness, and persistent cough. Top hospitals in India for thyroid cancer include Medanta (Gurugram), Tata Memorial (Mumbai), Apollo (Chennai), and Fortis (Delhi), which offer multidisciplinary and minimally invasive care. Treatment costs vary but typically range from ₹2–10 lakh, depending on surgery, additional therapies (like radioactive iodine or chemo), and the hospital; surgery alone usually costs ₹1–3 lakh