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First responders and rescue and recovery workers were exposed to toxins and hazardous debris during the World Trade Center attacks and in the aftermath of 9/11. A recent publication of a 10-year study found that the risk of thyroid cancer more than doubled for September 11th responders compared to the general population. If you or a loved one is suffering, contact a 9/11 thyroid cancer lawyer for more information about available benefits.

WHAT IS THYROID CANCER?

Thyroid cancer occurs in cells of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located in the neck, and produces hormones to regulate the body, including the metabolism, heart rate, blood pressure and calcium use. The thyroid can undergo a number of changes, both in physical size and shape and in regard to hormone production. While these changes impact the body, not all are the result of cancer. Benign thyroid tumors may develop, but should be monitored to make sure the changes are not a result of thyroid cancer.

It can be difficult to recognize the symptoms of thyroid cancer since symptoms such as weight gain or loss and fatigue can be associated with a number of ailments, or could be the result of benign thyroid problems. Medical testing is needed to diagnose thyroid cancer and distinguish thyroid cancer from benign disorders.

The main categories of thyroid cancer are:

  • Differentiated, including papillary and follicular cancers
  • Medullary
  • Anaplastic

The most common types of thyroid cancer are in the differentiated category, primarily papillary and follicular. Differentiated thyroid cancers typically have good prognoses and do not spread quickly to other parts of the body. Patients with differentiated thyroid cancers often have very good survival rates with treatment. Unfortunately, medullary and anaplastic thyroid cancers, while not as common as differentiated thyroid cancers, have poor prognoses. These aggressive forms of thyroid cancer spread quickly and severely.

TREATMENT FOR THYROID CANCER

Treatment for thyroid cancers can involve removal of thyroid and surrounding impacted lymph nodes and tissues, iodine treatments, and targeted thyroid cancer therapies. Hormone replacement medication will be needed to compensate for the loss of the thyroid and its hormone functions. The patient will require ongoing monitoring to ensure the medication continues to work as expected.

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For more information about the benefits available related to 9/11 thyroid cancer, please contact a 9/11 lawyer at Pitta & Baione by completing our online contact form or calling us at 844-901-1312.

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Blood & Lymphoid Cancer

Digestive System Cancer

  • Colon
  • Esophagus
  • Liver and intrahepatic bile ducts
  • Other and ill-defined digestive organ conditions
  • Rectosigmoid junction
  • Rectum
  • Retroperitoneumand peritoneum
  • Stomach

Eye and Orbital Cancer

Female Breast Cancer

The WTCHP recognized the link between exposure to polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), other toxins, and the development of breast cancer. The WTCHP allows 9/11 breast cancer victims to receive medical treatment and also provides monitoring to first responders and survivors for proper screening of all 9/11-related medical conditions.

Brain Cancer

Exposure to the harmful post-9/11 elements increased the chance of brain cancer in survivors.

Examples of VCF eligible primary brain cancers include, but are not limited to, the malignant forms of:

  • Gliomas: Tumors that begin in the brain or spinal cord
    • Astrocytoma
    • Ependymoma
    • Glioblastoma
    • Oligodendroglioma
  • Meningiomas: Tumors that arise from the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord
  • Acoustic neuromas: Tumors that develop on the nerves that control balance and hearing
  • Pituitary carcinomas: Tumors that develop in the pituitary gland at the base of the brain
  • Medulloblastomas: Tumors that begin in the lower back part of the brain and spread through spinal fluid

Ovarian Cancer

Most cases of ovarian cancer require surgery to remove the cancer and often will require a series of surgeries. As with other cancers, chemotherapy and radiation may be used to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumors.

Some possible symptoms of ovarian cancer are:

  • Bloating
  • Pelvic or abdominal pain
  • Feeling the need to urinate urgently or often
  • Fatigue
  • Upset stomach or heartburn
  • Back pain
  • Pain during sex
  • Constipation
  • Menstrual changes

Head and Neck Cancer

Respiratory System Cancer

  • Bronchus and lung
  • Heart, mediastinum, and pleura
  • Other and ill-defined sites in the respiratory system and intrathoracic organs
  • Trachea

Skin Cancer

Soft Tissue Cancer

Thyroid Cancer

Urinary System Cancer

Uterine Cancer

9/11 uterine cancer patients qualify to receive federally-funded medical monitoring and treatment as well as potential compensation through the VCF.

Uterine cancer has various subtypes. These subtypes include:

  • Adenocarcinoma
  • Uterine papillary serous carcinoma
  • Uterine clear cell carcinoma
  • Uterine carcinosarcoma (CS)
  • Uterine sarcoma

Rare Cancers

  • Malignant neoplasms of the adrenal gland and other endocrine glands and related structures
  • Anus and anal canal
  • Bone and articular cartilage
  • Breast among men
  • Gallbladder and other parts of biliary tract
  • Meninges, brain, spinal cord, cranial nerves, and other parts of central nervous system
  • Pancreas
  • Penis and testis
  • Placenta
  • Small intestine
  • Thymus
  • Vulva, vagina, and cervix uteri (invasive only)
  • Malignant neuroendocrine neoplasm, including carcinoid tumors
  • Myeloid neoplasms, including myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative neoplasms, myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative neoplasms, and myeloid malignancies associated with eosinophilia and abnormalities of growth factor receptors derived from platelets or fibroblasts
  • Other cancers that meet the threshold incidence rate of less than 15 cases per 100,000 persons per year based on age-adjusted 2005-2009 average annual data.

Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is found in the mesothelium tissue of the body. This tissue lines a number of vital organs, including the lungs, stomach, and heart.

Symptoms generally include:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Persistent, dry cough
  • Loss of appetite and weight loss
  • Chest tightness or pain

Aerodigestive Disorders

Mental Health Conditions

Musculoskeletal Disorders

  • Responders who received treatment for a WTC-related musculoskeletal disorder, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or lower back pain, on or before September 11, 2003 are eligible for coverage.

Acute Traumatic Injury

Responders and survivors who received treatment for a WTC-related acute traumatic injury on or before September 11, 2003 are eligible for coverage. Examples include:

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