Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions
Overview of Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions
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 of Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions
Warts or growths at the anal region, Pain during defecation, Itchiness, Discharge, Bleeding
Common Causes of Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions
No known cause
Risk Factors of Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, Multiple sexual partners, Anal sex, Unprotective sex, Presence of other precancerous condition
Investigation Techniques for Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions
Anal swab and cytology, Anoscopy, High resolution anoscopy (HRA), Biopsy
Treatment and Prevention of Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions
Removal surgery using electrocautery or laser, Topical cream, Photodynamic therapy, HPV vaccination, Practice safe sex, HIV treatment
Available Pre Cancerous Anal Lesions Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
