Breaking the Silence: What Everyone Needs to Know About Anal Cancer Posted on November 21, 2025 Hi everyone, Today I’m writing about a cancer that is still whispered about (if it’s discussed at all): anal cancer . It’s rare, it’s rising, it carries huge stigma, and yet it is one of the most preventable cancers we know. My goal with this post is to share straight facts, reduce the shame, and hopefully help even one person catch it early — or better yet, prevent it completely. If you’re here because you’re worried about symptoms, supporting someone who’s been diagnosed, or just want the facts — you are not alone, and I’m glad you’re here. The Facts About Anal Cancer in 2025 Anal cancer starts in the lining of the anal canal (the short tube at the very end of the rectum). It is not the same as colon or rectal cancer. Approximately 10,930 new cases expected in the U.S. in 2025 (American Cancer Society) Roughly 2,030 deaths projected this year More comm...
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