Terry , I was diagnosed with anal cancer stage2 after growth was removed from my anus. April 2023. My treatment was 28 days of chemo and RT. Had a PET scan in November ,I am now cancer free.
My chemo was oral except for 2 infusions day 1 and 28. RT was labor intensive. Trying to have an empty bowel and a full bladder for RT was a day full of challenges.
After 28 days of RT cumulative effects set in. Intense swelling of the genitalia and anus. I experienced 2 weeks when it was necessary to take pain medication.
Expect to be reclining during this period. Sitting is very difficult.
Just like child birth when you get a cancer free diagnosis it was all worth it. Praying for you and a speedy recovery.