The small cell variety may have an expected life span of up to 5 years after diagnosis. Follicular carcinomas are often fast growing and may invade other tissues, but the probable outcome is still good. The outcome with medullary carcinoma varies. Women under 40 years old have a better chance of a good outcome. Papillary carcinomas are not associated with a high degree of progression.
Many people have a normal life expectancy, if diagnosis is made early.
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