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I am to have a thyroidectomy. After the operation will my eating and drinking be affected?

April 26, 2017affected drinking eating operation thyroidectomy

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I am to have a thyroidectomy. After the operation will my eating and drinking be affected?

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You may find that your neck is quite sore for a period after the operation and it may be a little painful to swallow so you may need a softer diet for a short time. Pain-killing medication may help with this.