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Painful anus
Hemorrhoids
Blood in stool
Itchy anus
Bleeding from anus
Feel like I need to have a bowel movement
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What is Anal Cancer?
This is a malignant tumor (cancer) of the anus. The anus is where the stool leaves the body.
Typical Symptoms of Anal Cancer
- Blood in stool
- Hemorrhoids or lumps around the anus
- Constipation with urge to go but unable to pass stool
- Anal pain
- Itching around the anus
- Bleeding from the anus
- Ulcers in the genital area
- Fever
Diagnostic Questions for Anal Cancer
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Have you noticed any blood in your stool?
- Do you have hemorrhoids or lumps around your anus?
- Do you have constipation where you feel the urge to go but can't pass stool?
- Are you experiencing anal pain?
- Do you have anal itching?
Treatment of 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.
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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FAQs
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How Do You Distinguish Anal Cancer From Hemorrhoids?
A.
The difference between hemorrhoids and anal cancer are the appearance and hardness. Anal cancer will feel harder than hemorrhoids and may be buldging out of the anus more.
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