Papillary thyroid cancer is the most common type of thyroid cancer, accounting for 80% of cases. It is more common in females and most often affects people between the ages of 30-50. Papillary thyroid cancer arises from follicular cells in the thyroid and is well-differentiated. It has a low risk of invasion but often spreads to nearby lymph nodes. Risk factors include family history, radiation exposure, male sex, and older age. Symptoms are often few or none, but it may present as a small, painless lump in the thyroid. Diagnosis involves medical history, physical exam, ultrasound of the thyroid, fine needle aspiration biopsy, and thyroid function tests. Treatment typically involves surgical removal of part or all