Hi, I am new to the forum and would like to introduce myself and ask for advice and help. I have just set up my profile with details of progress so far. However, I would really appreciate help with my constant bladder infections and to know if anyone...
Hi everyone My name is Mauranne, I’m just 76 and due to have surgery after Christmas. Im reasonably fit for my age but wondering how I will be after surgery and particularly worrying is not being able to sit down for some time because of the perianal...
Hi I'm Jo and I'm new to this group So I have recently been diagnosed with Anal cancer Unfortunately I was aware back in July of some sort of Anal obstruction but when I went for a colonoscopy in September the consultant totally missed it and...
Feeling worried it will come back
Hi My husband has recently been diagnosed with cancer of the rectum. The pressure when sitting is so painful for him , he has to lay on his side. Have been looking if any cushions he can use to help. Has anyone used any that help Thank you
Hi all, I've been silently following posts on the bowel/rectal forums for a little while but haven't found the courage to post until now. So 5 weeks ago I had an MRI which showed that there was a mass and gyny were concerned about where it was heading...
Hi, I'm Lynne - I had anal cancer about 12 years ago, treated with radio and chemotherapy very successfully - but about a few years later I was diagnosed with radiation proctitis. I've had some help from the GP and the hospital and been prescribed foam...
Hi everyone im new here, i had an endoscopy and colonoscopy in August 21 due to stomach issues and they incidentally found cancer cells. Ive had MRIs and a CT scan last month. I saw an oncologist just over a week ago and surgeon yesterday. Both examined...
Hello just wondered if anybody had tried any therapy or alternative for HPV anal cancer. Mine has returned and I wonder if anybody has tried treatments to overcome the virus without resorting to the snake oil that some peddle on the internet. Thanks
I am new to this group. I have been diagnosed a few weeks ago and will be starting treatment soon on October 25th. I haven't got much to say at this point besides that I am desperate and pretty scared. Hope to learn from you guys...
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