Anal Cancer
Definition
Incidence
Risk Factors
Symptoms
Evaluation
stages
Treatment
questions for doctor
specialist
surgery
Home Care
anorexia
colostomy
diet
high fiber diet
pain medications
taking control
warning signs
Prevention
Complications
Underlying Cause
Anatomy
Trusted Sites
Anal Cancer Home Care
Home care for anal
cancer
includes:
Drink plenty of liquids.
Regular exercise
program.
Acetaminophen
for pain
Ibuprofen
for pain
Narcotic pain medications
Colostomy care:
For those with a colostomy after surgery
High fiber diet
Take prescribed medications as directed.
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Anal Cancer Home Care: Anorexia
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Anal fissures
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Last Updated: Sep 6, 2007
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John H. Beckett, MD
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D. Scott Gettings, MD
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Anal Cancer References:
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Sato H, Koh PK, Bartolo DC. Management of anal canal cancer. Dis Colon Rectum. 2005 Jun;48(6):1301-15.
Welton ML, Sharkey FE, Kahlenberg MS. The etiology and epidemiology of anal cancer. Surg Oncol Clin N Am. 2004 Apr;13(2):263-75.