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Learn more about Anal cancer
Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is anal cancer?
This is a malignant tumour (cancer) of the anus. The anus is where the stool leaves the body.
Symptoms of anal cancer
Pain over the anus
Hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus
Blood in stool
Itching around the anus
Feeling the need to pass motion even though nothing comes out
Questions your doctor may ask to check for anal cancer
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose anal cancer
Do you have anal pain?
Do you have hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus?
Is there blood in your stool?
Do you have itching of the anal region?
Do you often have the urge to pass motion but are unable to do so?
Treatment for anal cancer
This usually requires a specialist to confirm the diagnosis. The treatment plan depends on factors such as the extent of the disease. The main treatment options are surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
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Reviewed By:
Carlos Cuenca, MD (General surgery)
Dr. Cuenca graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He is currently a categorical surgical resident at UC Davis Health.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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