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Treatment of HIV and anal cancer
Source: Anal Cancer Treatment, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: May 16, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Treatment of HIV and anal cancer
In general, treatment for people who have anal cancer and HIV is similar to treatment for other people, and these patients have similar outcomes. However, this treatment can further damage the weakened immune systems of people who have HIV. Treatment for people with a history of AIDS-related complications may require lower doses of anticancer drugs and radiation therapy than doses used for patients who do not have HIV.
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