Could You Have Anal Cancer? 10 Symptoms to Watch Out For

5. Abnormal Discharge

Abnormal discharge encompasses any substance other than stool that comes out of the rectum. The individual may first notice it in their underwear or their stool. They may also feel a strong urge to have bowel movements but only pass a small amount of stool or mucus. Although this symptom can indicate irritable bowel syndrome, a sexually transmitted infection, and many other issues, it can also be a sign of anal cancer. In most cases, the discharge looks like mucus or pus and may be intermittent or continuous.