Anal cancer

Hi. I was diagnosed with anal cancer tumor and cells on the 8th December and possible testical cancer tho I need a ultrasound to confirm..  I got to have 5weeks of radiation therapy and chemotherapy everyday Mon to Fri weekend off.  I started the treatment and within a week I withdrew my consent for treatment as I just couldn't cope with it and I don't feel ready to 100% commit to the treatment plan. I know that I will have to do this treatment tho I just can't get my head around it all. 

Can anyone please give me advice on to how to deal with the chemo tablets and it's side effects, what is the best way to mentally get ready as I do want to get the treatment done but living on my own and have no family or even friends to turn to its difficult to get movivated and stick to it.  What are the best foods to eat to minimise the sickness when taking the tablet's. 

Sorry to ask I'm just so emotionally drained and each time I think about re starting treatment I feel sick and panic and then shut down from thinking about it. It's like I can't deal with it at all. 

 

  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat community 047 although I'm sorry to hear of your diagnosis.

    There are so many thoughts and emotions to contend with when finding out you have cancer, so don't be too hard on yourself for how you're feeling. Although it may not seem like it right now, things will start to improve and become more manageable but if you'd like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses do be sure to give them a call on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I've also had a look through the forum for you and wanted to put you in touch with [@Stew-the-Blog]‍. They had prostate cancer 2018 followed by anal cancer in 2019 so hopefully they will pop by when they can to offer you their support and advice.

    We have some information about anal cancer treatment just here but you may find this discussion quite useful as well.

    I hope this helps 047 and when you feel ready, are able to get back to your treatment.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator