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I have got type 1 diabetes and have had thyroid cancer. what are my chances of living a long life?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Depends: Depends on the extend of thyroid cancer and treatment as well as diabetes control. If both are controlled, you should live a normal life and do normal activities just like everyone else. Follow up with your doctors appropriately. Good luck.

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Answered 10/24/2017

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