Anal cancer

Was diagnosed with anal cancer 2023 had given a stoma and undergone treatment and was given all clear Jan 24 I am struggling to get head round what happened I got through it on auto pilot now I am hyper aware and am struggling to relax sleep leave the house etc.

  • Hi Contessa,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I think what you describe is something others can relate to - often when going through treatment or similar, it can be a focal point, and then afterwards sometimes some different feelings and worries can crop up.

    Try to take things as slowly as you need to, to help with adjustments and with not feeling too overwhelmed. Try to set small goals, take things a day at a time, and make time for things you enjoy or that are relaxing. Also keep speaking to others around you where possible, as well as people on this forum if this is helpful for you.

    Hopefully you'll get some more replies to your post here soon. You can also browse or search the forum (using the bar at the top of the page) to find other discussions and people to connect with, if you would like to.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator