Topical chemo

Sunesam1

I was diagnosed with anal cancer Stage 1 after a colonoscopy.  I was initially told that I would need chemo/radiation from my GI and oncologist.  My care team also includes a colorectal surgeon.  He felt that in office and surgical removal was the answer.  Constant monitoring.   I had surgery in July and all 4 samples came back AIN I.  I have a new surgeon that has given me the option of monitoring and removal every 2 months or topical chemo.  My GP has recommended chemo to treat my condition aggressively while it's still early.  I see my oncologist tomorrow. I would appreciate your feedback.

eihtak

Sunesam1...

I'm sorry that you find yourself having to face this issue but be encouraged that you have caught this at an early stage. I wonder if you may be able to get some advice from someone who has experience with Anal Dysplasia, I know that the subject has been discussed here in the past and some reccomendations posted. (This, I believe, is what AIN 1 is classified as)

https://www.analcancerfoundation.org/living-with-anal-cancer/anal-pre-cancer/

Know that while the protocal treatment of chemo/radiation can be difficult (and the usual more aggressive treatment for anal cancer depending on stage)...it is a relatively short course as compared to many other cancers and has proven to be highly effective.

Best of luck to you and please keep us posted as to where this journey takes you...

You will be in my thoughts for a healthy future ahead!

katheryn