cancer

Anal cancer

Anal cancer is a cancer which arises from the anus, the opening of the tract. Symptoms may include bleeding from the anus or a lump near the anus. Other symptoms may include pain, itchiness, or discharge from the anus. A change in bowel movements may also occur.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Anal bleeding or lump

How it's found

·Physical examination,

Prevention

·HPV vaccination, avoiding risk factors

Treatment

· therapy, ,

Outlook

·Five year survival ~71% (US 2021)

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