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After visual examination of the anus and surrounding area for external or prolapsed hemorrhoids, a doctor would conduct a [[Rectal examination|digital examination]]. In addition to probing for hemorrhoidal bulges, a doctor would also look for indications of rectal [[tumor]] or [[Polyp (medicine)|polyp]], enlarged [[prostate]] and [[abscess]]es. | After visual examination of the anus and surrounding area for external or prolapsed hemorrhoids, a doctor would conduct a [[Rectal examination|digital examination]]. In addition to probing for hemorrhoidal bulges, a doctor would also look for indications of rectal [[tumor]] or [[Polyp (medicine)|polyp]], enlarged [[prostate]] and [[abscess]]es. | ||
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Overview
Physical Examination
Anus
After visual examination of the anus and surrounding area for external or prolapsed hemorrhoids, a doctor would conduct a digital examination. In addition to probing for hemorrhoidal bulges, a doctor would also look for indications of rectal tumor or polyp, enlarged prostate and abscesses.
Visual confirmation of hemorrhoids can be done by doing an anoscopy, using a medical device called an anoscope. This device is basically a hollow tube with a light attached at one end that allows the doctor to see the internal hemorrhoids, as well as polyps in the rectum.