Anal cancer

Anal cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the anal canal and anal margin. Have a higher incidence in females tumors of the anal canal, anal margin tumors occur more frequently in men.
Treatment
The definition of treatment depends on tumor staging, which will be evaluated by the diagnosis. The treatment may be clinically and / or surgically. The most used is the combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. In early stages, surgical treatment is usually effective to remove the part of the affected region (injury).
Prevention
Balanced diet, with good intake of fruits and vegetables and low in fat may prevent anal cancer. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends consuming at least five servings of fruits and vegetables (about 400 grams per day). The physical activity can also reduce the risk of cancer in general.
Some infections, such as those caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) and HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), are seen as responsible for the increased incidence of anal tumors. Other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as condylomatosis, gonorrhea, genital herpes and chlamydia, as well as the practice of anal sex, smoking and anal fistula chronic disease (which is an abnormal connection between the surface of the anal canal and the tissue around the anus with pus) are related to the development of this cancer. Therefore, use a condom (condoms) in all sexual relations.