Anal cancer
Posted on 11/11/2011
Anal cancer, or cancer of the anus, is a rare type of cancer that is slightly more common in women than men.
Anal cancer, or cancer of the anus, is a rare type of cancer that is slightly more common in women than men.
Although the cause is unknown, more than eight out of 10 people diagnosed with anal cancer have an human papilloma virus (HPV) infection.
The most common symptoms of anal cancer are pain and bleeding from the anus.
See the sections below for more information.
• Symptoms of Anorectal Cancer
• Risk Factors for Anorectal Cancer
• Diagnosis of Anorectal Cancer
• Treatment for Anorectal Cancer
