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Anal Cancer
Cancer Net — Anal Cancer / Cancer.Net - The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is the world's leading professional organization representing physicians who treat people with cancer. ASCO's members set the standard for patient care worldwide, and ...More…
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General Information About Anal Cancer
National Cancer Institute — Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus. Being infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) can affect the risk of developing anal cancer. Possible signs of anal cancer include bleeding from the ...More…
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Anal cancer
Mayo Clinic — Anal cancer - Comprehensive overview covers symptoms of this uncommon cancer associated with HPV. Anal cancer is an uncommon type of cancer that occurs in the anal canal. The anal canal is a short tube at the end of your rectum through which ...More…
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Anal cancer
Mayo Clinic — Anal cancer - Comprehensive overview covers symptoms of this uncommon cancer associated with HPV. Anal cancer is an uncommon type of cancer that occurs in the anal canal. The anal canal is a short tube at the end of your rectum through which ...More…
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What Are the Key Statistics About Anal Cancer?
American Cancer Society — Anal cancer is fairly rare -- much less common than cancer of the colon or rectum. The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2009 about 5,290 new cases of anal cancer will be diagnosed in the United States. The number of new anal cancer cases ...More…
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What's New in Anal Cancer Research and Treatment?
American Cancer Society — Important research into anal cancer is currently underway in many hospitals, medical centers, and other institutions around the country. Each year, scientists find out more about what causes the disease, how to prevent it, and how to improve ...More…
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What Should You Ask Your Doctor About Anal Cancer?
American Cancer Society — You will no doubt have other questions about your own situation. Be sure and write your questions down so you will remember to ask them during each visit with your cancer care team. Keep in mind, too, that doctors are not the only ones who can ...More…
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Do We Know What Causes Anal Cancer?
American Cancer Society — Although the exact cause of anal cancer is not known, most anal cancers seem to be linked to infection with the human papilloma virus (HPV). While HPV infection seems to be important in the development of anal cancer, the vast majority of people ...More…
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What Happens After Treatment for Anal Cancer?
American Cancer Society — Permanent colostomies are rarely needed now in the treatment of anal cancer. If you have a colostomy, follow-up is an important concern. You may feel worried or isolated from normal activities. An enterostomal therapist (a health care ...More…
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What Are the Risk Factors for Anal Cancer?
American Cancer Society — Most squamous cell anal cancers seem to be linked to infection by the human papilloma virus (HPV), the same virus thought to cause cervical cancer. There are several subtypes of the virus, but the one most likely to cause anal cancer is called ...More…
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Can Anal Cancer Be Prevented?
American Cancer Society — Since the cause of many cases of anal cancer is unknown and some people with anal cancer have no known risk factors, it is not possible to prevent this disease completely. The best way to reduce the risk of developing anal cancer is to avoid ...More…
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How Is Anal Cancer Staged?
American Cancer Society — Staging, the process of finding out how far the cancer has spread, is very important because your treatment options and the outlook for your recovery and survival depend on the stage of your cancer. If you have anal cancer, ask your cancer care ...More…