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Hemorrhoids
A doctor can often diagnose hemorrhoids simply by examining the rectal area. If necessary, tests that may help diagnose the problem include:.Stool guaiac(shows the presence of blood) Sigmoidoscopy Anoscopy.
Source:ADAM
Date:May 15, 2009
Hemorrhoids
Diagnosis begins with a visual examination of the anus, followed by an internal examination during which the doctor carefully inserts a gloved and lubricated finger into the anus. The doctor may also use an anoscope, a small tube that allows him ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Hemorrhoids
Diagnosis of hemorrhoids begins with a visual examination of the anus, followed by an internal manual examination. The doctor may also insert an anoscope, a small tube with a light that can be used to view the anal canal.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

Specific Tests Articles

Digital rectal exam
A digital rectal exam is an examination of the lower rectum. The doctor uses a gloved, lubricated finger to check for abnormalities.The doctor will first examine the outside of the anus for hemorrhoids or fissures.
Source:ADAM
Date:March 8, 2008
Digital Rectal Examination
The digital rectal examination(DRE) is a routine part of the physical examination and includes manual examination of the rectum, anus and, in men, the prostate.The purpose of the digital rectal examination is to identify lesions within the rectum ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Physical examination
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Anoscopy
Anoscopy is a method to view the anus, anal canal, and lower rectum.A digital rectal exam is done first. Then, a lubricated instrument(anoscope) is placed a few inches into the rectum.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 20, 2008
Anoscopy
Anoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that allows a gastroenterologist or other physician to visually examine the rectum, anus, and anal canal.Doctors use anoscopy to diagnose rectal cancer and cancer of the anus. This procedure can also help the doc...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Anoscopy
An anoscopy is an examination of the rectum in which a small tube is inserted into the anus to screen, diagnose, and evaluate problems of the anus and anal canal.This test may be ordered for the evaluation of perianal or anal pain, hemorrhoids, re...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Endoscopy
Endoscopy is a way of looking inside the body using a flexible tube that has a small camera on the end of it. This instrument is called an endoscope.There are many types of endoscopes.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
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