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Scubajoe
Scubajoe Member Posts: 39 Member
in Anal Cancer #1

So I am two months out from radiation.  This month feels better than last digit test but not where he wants it to be yet. Is this typical? He said it's going in the right direction and really was up there for a while this time.  Not sure how he remembers where I was last month.  Also some blood on toilet paper after?  Also typical?

Thanks

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  • mp327
    mp327 Member Posts: 4,440 Member
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    Scubajoe

    It can take up to 6 months for the radiation to stop working, so please do not think that your cancer has returned.  Blood on TP is a frequent occurrence for many after this treatment.  That area of your body has been damaged by radiation and the skin and intestinal lining is very fragile.

  • Mollymaude
    Mollymaude Member Posts: 431 Member
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    Scubajoe

    Yes, tumor can continue to shrink for 6 months. Blood after exam is "normal". 

  • Scubajoe
    Scubajoe Member Posts: 39 Member
    edited February 2018 #4
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    Thank you guys for responding

    Thank you guys for responding. This is really nerve-racking. I know there's a very good chance that the treatment will be successful but the mine goes to the weeds a lot. Thanks for helping to ease my mind

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