Overview
Precancerous Anal Lesion or anal dysplasia refers to growths or changes in the skin cells in the anal region which are non-cancerous in the beginning but later develop into cancer. They are called anal intraepithelial neoplasia (AIN).Signs and Symptoms
Warts or growths at the anal region, Pain during defecation, Itchiness, Discharge, BleedingCommon Causes
No known causeRisk Factors
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, Multiple sexual partners, Anal sex, Unprotective sex, Presence of other precancerous conditionInvestigation Techniques
Anal swab and cytology, Anoscopy, High resolution anoscopy (HRA), BiopsyTreatment and Prevention
Removal surgery using electrocautery or laser, Topical cream, Photodynamic therapy, HPV vaccination, Practice safe sex, HIV treatment
