Creams for anal pain

Hi. Can anyone tell me if they have had any luck with creams helping with anal pain following radiotherapy for bowel cancer.  I have severe pain when pooing and afterwards and am 6 month post treatment with the pain not getting any better.  I've tried anoheal, Sudo cream, even resorting to coconut oil but nothing works.  Would prefer natural creams rather than prescribed. 

  • Hello MichelleK69

    I'm sorry to hear that you're still struggling with some problems after your treatment has finished. I'm unsure if we've any members here who have been through this but hopefully if there are they will post to share their experiences with you. 

    Have you spoken to your team about the problems? I know that you would prefer to not use prescribed medication if possible but it's still worth speaking to them as they may be able to recommend other treatments or something that can be used short-term to try and help. 

    If you'd like to speak to one of our nurses for some advice then you're most welcome to call them. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I do hope that things settle and improve for you soon. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator