Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma - Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which doctor should I consult for thymic cancer?You should consult your family physician when you experience persistent cough, difficulty in breathing, or chest pain. In most cases, thymic cancer is detected when a chest x-ray is performed for an unrelated reason.
2. Is there a cure for thymic cancer?
A cure for thymic cancer depends on the stage of the cancer. Advanced stages that spread to other parts are difficult to cure with treatment.
3. What makes the thymus shrink with age?
The thymus becomes smaller with increasing age as fatty deposits increase around the organ. However, the thymus continues to produce thymocytes throughout the lifespan of individuals.
4. What are the autoimmune diseases that develop due to thymoma?
- Sj�gren's syndrome
- Lupus erythematosus
- Myasthenia gravis
- Thyroiditis
- Polymyositis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Acquired pure red cell aplasia
- Hypogammaglobulinemia
Thymomas are malignant tumors.
6. What are the factors that determine tumor recurrence?
WHO histologic classification, type of therapy, Masaoka-Koga staging, size of the tumor, and tumor margins, determine tumor recurrence.
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