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Anal Cancer Definition
Common names:
  • Anal Cancer
  • Anal Carcinoma
  • Anus Cancer
  • Cancer of the Anus
  • Cancerous Tumor of the Anus
  • Carcinoma of the Anus
  • Malignant Tumor of the Anus
A person with anal cancer has abnormal cells in the anus that multiply out of control. These cells can form tumors and spread to other parts of the body. Images

Anal cancer is very rare. Symptoms include swelling, discharge, pain and bleeding from the anus.

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Last Updated: Sep 13, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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