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Experiencing Pain In Cheeks After Having A Radical Neck Dissection Of Thyroid
I was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer in February, had a radical neck dissection of my thyroid and lymph nodes in March, and a radioactive iodine treatment in April. I have been experiencing a pain in my cheeks somewhat like a toothache, can this be related to the RI treatment and how can I fix it?
Thu, 24 Apr 2014
thanks for your query, the pain in the cheek could be because of the tooth infection. after radiotherapy you are more prone to develop caries and the salivary secretion will be less so consult your oral physician to rule out the tooth infection and get it treated. i hope my answer will help you..take care..
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