Home Remedies and Herbs for Anal Cancer

Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus. The anus is located below the rectum, where waste exits the body. When it becomes infected with anal cancer, simple bowel movements can be very difficult.¹

What Causes Anal Cancer?

There are a few things that can make a person more susceptible to anal cancer. These include:

• Age (above 50)
• Having human papillomavirus (HPV)
• Receptive Anal Sex
• Smoking
• A high fat diet and sedentary lifestyle can contribute to the development of anal cancer. ⁶
• Anal redness and swelling¹

How Is Anal Cancer Diagnosed and Treated?

There are a few common ways that a doctor can diagnose anal cancer. They include, a colonoscopy or anoscopy where a camera is inserted into the anus to view any growths related to anal cancer. Doctors will sometimes also use an ultrasound which is considered to be a less invasive procedure. If growths are seen or indicated when the results are read, the doctor will follow these tests up with a biopsy to authenticate the findings.¹

Natural Medicinal Options for Anal Cancer

There are a variety of natural ways to help a patient with anal cancer live a more comfortable life while fighting the disease. These natural products can help ease the symptoms of both anal cancer and the treatment thereof. They may also serve as a natural remedy for said symptoms without the side effects of conventional medicine. These potential treatments to help lessen the symptoms of anal cancer include:

• Coffee-Commonly seen as a diuretic, it can be helpful to potentially soften stool which can make it easier to pass.²
• Grapeseed Oil-Application to the anus and potential internal use via a capsule may be helpful in getting the oil to the cancerous cells.³
• Turmeric- This particular herb can be taken orally to relieve the symptoms of anal cancer. Its anti-inflammatory properties can greatly reduce the inflammation of both the inside and outside of the anus. There is not a lot of evidence for turmeric. However, it can be a viable option if other natural remedies do not help as much as you hoped. ⁴

Other Natural Options for Coping with Anal Cancer:

While there are no natural cures for anal cancer, there are many alternative therapies that can help a patient cope with the side effects of treatment. They include:

• Massage and meditation for anxiety
• Gentle exercise for fatigue
• Nausea can be helped with acupuncture or hypnosis
• Pain may be managed by massage ⁵

Surgery:

There may be times when surgery will also be considered an option to help remove any tumors associated with anal cancer. This does not mean it is the only option. CuresDecoded advocates for the patient to speak with their doctor before embarking on a treatment plan. It is also important for those suffering with anal cancer to have the quality information needed should they decide to seek out a more natural route to help you to treat their anal cancer.

Conclusion:

There are a variety of natural remedies for relieving the symptoms of anal cancer. Herbs and natural remedies are a great way to get relief as well as an effective way to fight anal cancer. There is new research happening with regards to natural remedies for helping to treat anal cancer, and the results have been promising. CuresDecoded focus on natural, holistic remedies because we believe it is important for everyone to know that these options for improving a patient’s quality of life exist and that chemotherapy and synthetic drugs are not your only options when facilitating treatment of anal cancer.

References

1. https://www.americancancerfund.org/cancer-types/anal-cancer/?gclid=CjwKEAiAmNW2BRDL4KqS3vmqgUESJABiiwDTx5K2NcxZ1tngYq-gcrxc4YJwZjsrVSPOlBu3_IjndxoCz0Hw_wcB
2. http://www.curesdecoded.com/conditions/Anal%20Cancer/1338
3. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/255182.php
4. http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/condition-1533-Rectal+cancer.aspx
5. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/anal-cancer/basics/alternative-medicine/con-20024923
6. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/colon-cancer/symptoms-causes/dxc-20188239