Anal pressure after treatment

Hi Jo C,

   I too am 6 weeks out and I have the same symptoms. I was told it's inflammation from the radiation. I notice the pressure more when I stand and sometimes it's hard and painful to walk. The pressure seems to be lessening a bit these past couple days but is still there. Sometimes the pain is unbearable. My doctor told me things are progressing the way they are supposed to and that I just need more time to heal. Hope you feel better soon. 

Hi Jo C,

I agree with Donna N that this is possibly inflammation from the radiotherapy. In the early days following my treatment I always knew when I’d been on my feet too long as my inflammation stepped up another level! Having said this I would always advise letting your oncology team know of any new pain/symptoms you’re having even if it’s only so they can make a note of it & also they may be able to advise on something that will ease it. 

Nicola 

Hi Donna C thank you for taking time to reply  It is very reassuring to know this is not unusual.  Hoping for both our sakes that it eases soon   Are you still feeling fatigued ? I’m more tired now than during treatment. I think I might request a blood test. Take care  Jo xx

Thank you Nicola I shall certainly take your advice  best wishes xx

Hi Jo C  it's quite common to become anaemic after treatment. I noticed extreme tiredness and dizziness when I had only just done something like walking upstairs. A blood test showed I was anaemic so it's worth you getting this checked out.  Bev