What Is Anal Cancer?
10. How Can You Prevent Anal Cancer?
Since anal cancer is caused by HPV 90% of the time, taking precautions to prevent HPV infection is the main way to prevent anal cancer. This can include being vaccinated for HPV, limiting sex partners, and using a condom, especially during anal intercourse.
For people who are at high risk of developing anal cancer, regular screening can help doctors catch cancer early on. These tests may include a digital anal rectal exam, a high-resolution anoscopy, or anal cytology.
