Anal Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Anal cancer constitutes 1-2% of gastrointestinal cancers (colon, stomach, liver, pancreas, and oesophagus), but this unusual growth or tumor is dangerous as it can be life-threatening if left ignored and untreated. It causes 600 people to die in the United States annually with 4,000 new cases being diagnosed for anal cancer each year.
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Even though anal cancer constitutes 1-2% of gastrointestinal cancers, it causes the death of 600 people annually in the United States with 4,000 new cases being diagnosed for anal cancer each year.
When people talk about gastrointestinal cancers, they first relate the cancers with malignancies found in the colon, liver, stomach, oesophagus and pancreas but they rarely think of anal cancer as part of a gastrointestinal cancer. Even though anal cancer appears rare to many, it is no less dangerous as it can be life-threatening if left ignored and untreated.
Human papilloma virus (HPV) is commonly linked as a risk factor which can increase one’s risk of getting anal cancer. This virus is a culprit that causes warts around and/or inside the anus and on the cervix in females, which is also a primary cause of cervical cancer.
What is Anal Cancer?
What is anal cancer actually? Anal cancer, in fact, is an unusual tumor that arises from the mucosa or the skin of the anal canal.
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Judy Sheldon | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
Very well written, Chan. This is something we all should take a serious look at.
Suni51 | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
Nice job, this is really a great share. Thanks…I felt shivery.
Goodselfme | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
You always present your articles so well. I feel as though I am sitting in a class room with a very intelligent teacher. I appreciate your info and the importance of this data.
valli | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
A comprehensive read on anal cancer.
Queendom Heiress | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
This is a good information. Thank you. By the way, I had my stool test last week. And, it is ok. I don’t have an anal or any diseases related to my intestine or stomach. Thank you, Jesus, for giving me a good health. =))
fishfry aka Elizabeth Figueroa | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
Whoa, heavy information, on such a serious issue.
Great article,.
PR Mace | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
A serious but needed article. People need to pay more attention to their bodies and health. You open eyes to many heath issues. Thank you for this well done article.
Joe Dorish | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
Great health info people should be aware of.
Kaye TM | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
very well said. thanks for the very informative post. =p
Jerry Bradford aka Jerry Atrixx | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
Your articles are always very informative and reflect someone knowledgeable.
monica55 | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
An excellent presentation. Thanks for the read. Monica.
Phoenix Montoya | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
Scary pictures and great info. Good discussion here, Chan. Thanks.
Mr Ghaz | Dec 11, 2010 | Reply
very well written and nicely presented..thanks for this information..great share indeed..Anal cancer!!..aaargh..pictures so scary!!
papaleng | Dec 12, 2010 | Reply
A comprehensive study about anal cancer. I didn’t know that this cancer afflicts many individuals. Chan, what is the ration between males and females getting this cancer?
BC Doan | Dec 12, 2010 | Reply
A comprehensive article on this terrible disease and good for everyone to know
Eunice Tan | Dec 13, 2010 | Reply
OMG, cancer pictures always shocks me. However it is very important to read this article
CA Johnson | Dec 15, 2010 | Reply
Thank you so much for telling us what anal cancer is and what could cause it. I dont think this cancer runs in my family, but it is always good to be in the know of these types of cancers in case it does run in my family.
adil | Dec 24, 2011 | Reply
Hi I have warts that look like the pic above around u ass I am scared and embarrassed I know I should tell my Doctor. As its the time of the year that GPs are generally closed what should I do