Hi everyone, It’s been a while since I posted about myself (I finished treatment at the end of May 2024 and was told I was all clear Sept 24) but I’m panicking a bit today. I’ve had some blood again this morning after a bowel movement. I’m trying...
Hey there my name is Donnie. I was so excited to see this group. I was diagnosed with anal cancer in April. I underwent radiation and chemo over the summer. My side effects were no fun, but I managed them - always looking toward that treatment end...
Hi guys I’m new here but would really like to find out if others had experienced what I am. I have just completed 5.5 weeks of chemo radiotherapy for T2 M0 N0 anal cancer. I’m now 3weeks post treatment but am constantly getting feelings of fear non of...
Hi there and greetings from the Land Downunder, Next week I have an APR and end ileostomy. From what I've read so far, it sounds like it takes a long time before people can sit normally. Is this the case for everyone? Will I be spending all my time...
Hi all I hope you are doing well on your journeys. I really don't know how to put this so I hope not to offend anyone whatsoever as I understand this can be taboo topic which some of you may not have had experience of. I was diagnosed with anal...
Hello everyone I was just wondering what type of underwear people started using as their treatment progresses? I have had 6 treatments and can feel a tingling and slight discomfort but am still able to wear 'normal' clothes and underwear. I don't think...
Hi everyone. where do I start. Started in June this year. I found a lump between vigina and anus and was fast tracked through the uk cancer system. So far I have had a ct, mri and pet scan, a biopsy and a camera in my bottom. First Biopsy was inconclusive...
I’m at the end of week two. For at least three of the last few nights I go to bed cold and achey. Usually, I have to wait a little bit before I can take some more Tylenol so I go to bed and then I wake up and I’m super achy and freezing I take the Tylenol...
Hi, I have finally started treatment and have just completed week 1. I am suffering from the chemo with constant nausea and dizziness and find all I am good for is lying down. Did anyone else get effected like this? Thanks Jill
Hi all, just wanted to write this in case anyone is facing APR surgery or has recently gone through it and now recovering. I had APR surgery for anal cancer on 27th July 2023. It’s now 2nd Jan and I have just ticked off my first day back at work. I...
