Anal Cancer
Description
Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus. The anus is the tube at the end of the rectum that allows feces to leave the body. Anal cancer initially causes rectal bleeding and can be mistaken for hemorrhoids. This cancer is usually discovered early and only rarely spreads (metastasizes) to other areas of the body.
Symptoms
Rectal pain, constipation, abdominal pain, bloody stool, fatigue, thinning of stools.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed along with a CT scan and colonoscopy to determine extent of disease and presence of metastasis.
- CT Scan
- MRI
Treatment
Depends on extent of disease, but may include surgical resection, chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. For more information call the American Cancer Society: (800)227-2345
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