I had anal cancer about 4 years ago resulting in what was termed aggressive treatment. My chemotherapy and radiation treatment happened at the same time and the radiation was quite extensive. Post treatment I have severe continence issues and have tried many things including having a sacro-neuromudulater inserted which helped about 70 - 80% of the time however even though I have some improvement I still have severe continence issues. Initially I was relieved not to have a colostomy, however I now think this would improve my quality of life. It is not a decision I have made easily, and I still don't know if my surgeon would consider it. I also don't know if it really is what I want. I would be interested to hear from anyone who has had a colostomy, I think it would help to know how it has affected your quality of life.
