Hi Phonixe and thank you for your post.

It is always best to be safe and get anything that is causing you concern checked out. Unfortunately, the only way to do this is to make an appointment with your GP to be examined.

I do understand that this can feel embarrassing because of where the lump is but GPs are quite used to doing examinations of the anal and rectal area and they will do everything they can to make you comfortable. But if it is something serious then they can refer you for any necessary tests as soon as possible.

When you make the appointment, it is best to let them know that you will need an examination for a lump, so that it is ensured that you are given a face-to-face appointment rather than a telephone appointment. A lot of GP surgeries may offer evening appointments as well, so do ask if this is a possibility.

Take care Phonixe, I hope this gets sorted for you soon.

All the best

Jemma

Hi thank you so much form your response. I called today and was giving a telephone appointment Dr said it sounded more like piles than anything to worry about. I have never known this to cause a lump but she will know better than me I guess.  I have been given medication and if lump still there in 2 weeks I will get a face to face appointment. I did the mistake of Google search and Becouse I had most of the symptoms I panicked.

thanks again 

I hope you're OK but please do get it properly checked out as the exactly the same thing happened to me and after 3 biopsies and a partial removal they finally diagnosed a 3 cm tumour. I'm now about to undergo chemo and radio therapy but it seems to have taken ages to get this far. The good news however that doctors are confident it can be totally cured. Be strong and don't be 'fobbed off' by anyone.

Very common, I unfortunately get them after giving birth to my daughter 4 years ago. They do eventually go on their own, or, you can get cream for them. If they don’t disappear/get smaller after a few weeks you can go back to your GP and they can advise/refer you for treatment.

I'm just newly diagnosed bluebell my tumour is 3cm what sta after 3 biopsies ct mri pet scans I'm.going to.see onocology on Monday any advice please pm.me many thanks x

Hi Sweyn6, write down any questions you’d like answering because your oncologist is the best person to give the answers you need, otherwise it’s easy to forget until you get home and if like most of us, then be troubled with afterthought.  
We’re all different and handle things differently, but when told my tumour was over 5cm and had grown around my left ureter I decided then to NOT concern myself with things I couldn’t change, ie: , where it was or where it could go. I literally took it one day at a time, trusted that the Oncology and radiology staff would do their best for me so the least I could do was look after myself. stened to their instructions and advice, also listened to my body and gave whatever it needed: sleep, hydration, nutrition, pain meds and relaxation. Stress serves no purpose and is damaging so if can keep it to a minimum that too will help your body to recover and heal.  Your journey is just beginning so I wish you strength, determination and oodles of positivity

Yes I have a lot of questions and I am determined to get this show on the road so to speak x I am calling it a blip in my life and I have to much organised haha for this nonsense as I call it x I have to be fit for my holiday in October that's my plan....

Hello Sweyn6 and thank you for your post.

I am sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis of cancer.  It looks like you are now waiting for the results of a biopsy and scans you have had.  

I am afraid you will have to wait for your oncology appointment, which looks like it's happening today before you know what the results are.  I hope it goes well and you have a much better understanding of your situation.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Take care,

Caroline

Hello Sweyn6 and thank you for your post.

I am sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis of cancer.  It looks like you are now waiting for the results of a biopsy and scans you have had.  

I am afraid you will have to wait for your oncology appointment, which looks like it's happening today before you know what the results are.  I hope it goes well and you have a much better understanding of your situation.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Take care,

Caroline

I found a pea sized lump in August and after 3 biopsies, 2 under general anaesthetic, cancer was confirmed in October. I then had 28 days chemoradiation which wasn't as bad as I feared - no vomiting or diarrhoea but the radiation burns were quite bad towards the end.

I'm now feeling nearly back to normal and waiting for a scan in June which will hopefully give me good news. 

I took painkillers when I needed to, even though some made me quite sleepy which wasn't a bad thing in the circumstances.

It's so hard not to get stressed and depressed as it doesn't help but I think that sometimes it's good to have cry about what you're going through.

Hello and thank you for your post.

I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis and the effects treatment has had on you. This must be a difficult time for you.

You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Take care

Caroline 

I've had really great support from my hospital, husband, family and friends so I've not yet felt the need to speak to anyone else. This of course may change but I'm prepared to talk to anyone who will listen!

I'm now away on a luxury cruise which I booked welll before diagnosis. I did try to cancel but it meant losing a huge amount of money. I wasn't sure I'd be up to iit but other than keeping out of the hot sun and needing to be sure where the nearest toilet is it's been really great!

I know the days ahead may be challenging but with everyone supporting me and me being open about what I've been through, I'm feeling OK .