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anoscopy - Definition:
(Source: MedicineNet)
Anoscopy: Anoscopy is a procedure used to visualize the wall of the anus and lowest portion of the rectum. Anoscopy can be performed in the doctor's office without any special preparation to empty the colon. The anoscope is the instrument used to allow visualization of the wall of the anus and identification of abnormalities such as inflammation, tumors, trauma, or hemorrhoids in the anal canal. In most cases this procedure does not result in pain, but patients undergoing anoscopy may feel press
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Further Reading on anoscopy
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Anal Fissure - Topic Overview (
WebMD
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An anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the lower rectum ( anus ) that causes pain during bowel ...is anoscopy ? Why is the location of a fissure important? Getting treatment: What can I do to treat...
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Hemorrhoids - Topic Overview (
WebMD
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What are hemorrhoids ? Learn about symptoms , treatments and prevention , and find out why hemorrhoids ...during a physical exam for hemorrhoids? What is anoscopy ? Getting treatment: What is rubber...
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Anal Fistulas and Crohn's Disease - Topic Overview (
WebMD
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Crohn ' s disease may cause sores , or ulcers , that tunnel through the intestine and into the surrounding tissue , often around the anus ...of Crohn's disease. An examination may include anoscopy or...
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Sigmoidoscopy ( Anoscopy ,Proctoscopy) (
WebMD
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Anoscopy , proctoscopy, and sigmoidoscopy tests allow your health professional to look at the inner lining of your anus, rectum,... Anoscopy , proctoscopy, and sigmoidoscopy tests allow your doctor to look...
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Digital Rectal Examination (DRE) (
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A digital ( finger ) rectal examination is done to check for abnormalities of organs or other ...a test for blood in the stool or a visual examination of the anus and rectum ( anoscopy ). For more...
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Sigmoidoscopy (Anoscopy, Proctoscopy) (
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