New here but need advice

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In May had a colonoscopy and told I had rectal cancer and biopsies taken.On 9th July had an op to remove the rectal area and anus and had a permanent stoma fitted.After pathology results from op  told it wasn't rectal cancer but anal cancer.

3 months later still sore in the bottom area and now bloated feeling in tummy and bulge at bottom of bum.Saw surgeon and told I've got a hernia.He said he doesn't deal with that sort of thing,big op and needs second opinion.

Has anyone come across this and knows what is involved.

Help needed.

  • Hi 

    Is the hernia bulge in your stomach? My mum had two post op ! One was very large , actually very large and has gone down quite a bit but without surgery !

    She has so much surgery they did not want to go in again if possible !

    Not sure about the rectal area as my mum ‘s was further up the colon !

    Hopefully someone else will be able to help !

    Have you asked in the Anal cancer group ?

    Court 

    Helpline Number 0808 808 0000

  • Hi court thanks for replying.

    The hernia is coming out of my bottom.. New to this so wasn't sure where to post.

    I will try the anal  group and hopefully someone will be able to tell me what happens next.

    I am in more pain now than after the op and hospital don't seem bothered.

    Thanks Jennifer