Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with the NHS website.
Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit. You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website, or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.

What Is Anal Cancer

  • Anal cancer is a rare type of cancer that affects the anus.
  • The anus is where your bowel connects to the outside of your body (the bottom).
  • Anal cancer can start in any part of the anus.
  • It's usually caused by an infection called human papillomavirus (HPV).
  • Getting the HPV vaccine can help prevent anal cancer.
  • How serious anal cancer is depends on where it starts, how big it is, if it spreads and your general health.

Get your symptoms checked

It's important to get any symptoms of anal cancer checked as soon as possible. Finding it early can mean it's easier to treat.

OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features.

If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic.
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