Test your risk
Check your anal cancer risk
Find out what factors increase the risk for anal cancer.
For every “yes”, add 1 point.
Is your immune system weakened - for example due to HIV or immunosuppressive therapy after organ transplantation?
Do you smoke or did you smoke in the past?
Do you suffer from chronic inflammation - for example due to chronic inflammatory bowel disease or chronic fistulas?
Do you currently have more than one sexual partner?
Do you experience any of the following symptoms?
(Note that the symptoms of anal cancer are non-specific and resemble those of less serious conditions such as haemorrhoids!)
Bleeding in the anal area, blood in the stool, pain during bowel movements, palpable lumps, a foreign body sensation (changes in the skin around the anus), enlarged lymph nodes in the groin
Risk groups
If your answer is “yes”, add 2 points.
Have you ever had an HPV infection?
Do you have a history of cancer of the vulva, vagina or cervix?
Your Result
0-1 point(s):
Your risk for anal cancer seems to be low. However, it’s still important to get a check-up occasionally.
2 points:
Your risk for anal cancer is slightly increased. Ask your doctor about it – and get regular check-ups.
3-9 points:
Your risk for anal cancer is increased. Ask your doctor about it – and get regular check-ups.
This test is for general informational purposes only and is not supported by clinical trials or validated medical research. It does not constitute medical advice and is not a substitute for professional evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your physician before making any health-related decisions. Use of this test is at your own risk.