Colon, Rectum, and Anal Cancers

Colon, Rectum and Anal Cancers

Colon, Rectum, and Anal Cancer is commonly treated with radiation therapy. The technology we use and the number of treatments depends on how advanced the cancer is (stage) and what type of symptoms you have (if any).

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with Colon, Rectum, and Anal Cancer, click the link below to request a consultation with a Coastal Radiation Oncologist.

Typical Treatments

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What To Expect

Once your doctors have determined that radiation therapy may be part of the treatment plan for your Colon, Rectum, and Anal Cancer, there will be a few steps to allow the radiation oncology team to begin treatment safely.

These include:

- CT simulation
- Treatment plan design (dosimetry)

- Verification

- Start of daily treatments

- Weekly doctor visits with your radiation oncologist

Side Effects

Short term:

Side effects are usually temporary and usually go away shortly after treatment ends. Below is a list of possible side effects you might notice during your treatment.

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