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Screening and early treatment reduce anal cancer risk by 57% in people living with HIV

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Edmore, MI

If you are 45 or older, make sure you get your colonoscopy! The doctors can check your anus as they are checking your colon.

Read more here:
https://www.aidsmap.com/news/feb-2022/screening...

May 29, 2022
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Members expressed gratitude for shared resources about anal cancer screening and the elevated risks for people living with HIV, with several... Read more

Members expressed gratitude for shared resources about anal cancer screening and the elevated risks for people living with HIV, with several noting family histories of colon cancer as motivation to schedule colonoscopies. Many community members described their personal experiences with the procedure, including one diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at 29 and another whose doctor recommended waiting until age 50 despite HIV status. A recurring theme was the importance of proactive self-care and health advocacy, balanced with humor and mutual encouragement to stay on top of screenings without shame or delay.

A myHIVteam Member

While we are on the subject of colonoscopies and anal warts:

Anal warts increase the risk of developing pre-cancerous lesions and cancer, especially in people living with HIV

Read more here:

https://www.aidsmap.com/news/oct-2021/anal-wart...

May 29, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

1andonlscott, you're correct! We must learn to love ourselves and its all about self care.
Welcome to my team and I love you and there's nothing you can do about it 🤗🙏😘

September 5, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

Well at least you're taking care of yourself that's what counts

September 3, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

Rick you a mess 😂😂😂

August 20, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

Last time I got checked, the doctor said there was a full moon orbiting the rings around Uranus.

August 19, 2022

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