Since have radiotherapy and chemotherapy I have a burning feeling inside my bottom, they given me foam to insert twice a day which hasn’t helped.
it’s been over a year and I still have urgency to go the bathroom and I’ve had a few accidents. Does anyone have similar and if you do, is there any medication you take that helps.
Thank you x
Hello Tiffy
I am Brian, one of the Community Champions here at Macmillan. I have noticed your post has gone unanswered. I can't answer it myself as I have a different cancer, however by me replying your post will be "bumped up" to the top of the page and I hope seen and answered by other members of the Bowel Group.
As it's a medical question, have you thought about asking one of our nurses? Here's the link you need:
I do hope you get some answers to this issue.
Best wishes - Brian.

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