Anal intercourse after radiotherapy

Sammy1973 21 days ago

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I am Sammy 46 gay receiver man . I had been treated fir anal cancer 8 months ago and I had excellent response to the treatment after the first check up .

We all know how scary and worried is facing cancer and it’s treatment for only that reason I would not even have had the tough of asking this question .
but as we all humans being and have granted by the ability to recover and move on from horrible things happened in our lives I kind of once again feeling enjoying life and sex bit still don’t have clear and convincing answers about having anal sex as receiver passive .
i am feeling great in and out but the information I am getting from doctors and cancer research website and from others people are controversial.
Some days is on just be careful at the beginning because I did not had surgery so is fine .
Some others saying is big NO and NEVER as may be in incontinence.

Is not a priority for me now but need some convincing and honest information from professional but also from others who have been experienced i with similar problems.

many thebks

Sammy

Paula - Macmillan 20 days ago

Hi Sammy1973

Thanks for getting in touch.

My name is Paula and I am one of the Cancer Information Nurse Specialists on the Macmillan Support Line.

Welcome to the online community. I can see you’ve joined one of our forums, I hope you’re finding it helpful sharing your experiences with others.

Here at Macmillan, we can give general advice and support. We are independent from the NHS and don’t have access to medical records so can’t give personalised information.

It’s never easy getting a cancer diagnosis as it can bring a lot of uncertainty about what the future may hold. It’s important to recognise there are situations you can control and others you cannot when you get a diagnosis.

Reaching out for support can help during these challenging times and I am pleased you have contacted us here at Macmillan for advice.

It’s good to hear you’ve had an excellent response to treatment after your first check-up despite not having surgery. Cancer treatments for anal cancer can be tough and often cause side-effects that may impact on your sexual health long term.

However, most people can have a fulfilling sex life after cancer treatment but sometimes you may need to find different ways to give and receive sexual pleasure. This may take time and practice.

It’s important to be open about how you’re feeling to your partner and let them know about any fears you have about having sex.

We would suggest speaking to your team again about your sexual health. They may be able to refer you to sexual health experts to answer your questions and concerns.

You may find our booklet helpful to download. The Anal Cancer Foundation (ACF) also offer information and advice, including a peer to peer support programme you might find useful.

You can also talk to one of our nurses on the support line. Sometimes giving us a call can help. It’s a free phone number on 0808 808 0000 and we are here 7 days a week, 8am-8pm or email us.

I hope this information has been helpful, please don’t hesitate to get back in touch.

Ref: PW/JD

Paula-Cancer Information Nurse Specialist

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