Rectal examination is performed by means of inserting a gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum and palpating (feeling) for lumps
A doctor will examine the anal area for conditions such as hemorrhoids, colon cancer, and prostate conditions.
Rectal examination is performed in most instances as an annual routine procedure in colorectal cancer screening
Sims'
Digital rectal examination (DRE)
Most rectal polyps produce no symptoms and are discovered on routine digital or endoscopic examination of the rectum
Rectal examinations are used in routine checkups for both men and women as a form of preventative care. However, if one is experiencing rectal bleeding, enlarged prostate, issues with female reproductive organs, or internal hemorrhoids a rectal examination is often performed to help narrow down possible causes.
digital rectal exam (DRE). The DRE includes manual examination of the rectum, anus, and the prostate. During this examination, the physician examines the anus and the surrounding skin for hemorrhoids, abscesses, and other irregularities.
There are no precautions when performing it, aside from routine sanitary procedures
A physical examination by a health care professional may reveal mid-abdominal pain. A rectal examination may be done to rule out bleeding. If blood is found on rectal exam, laboratory studies, including a blood count may be ordered.
This test may be ordered for the evaluation of perianal or anal pain, hemorrhoids, rectal prolapse, digital rectal examination that shows a mass, perianal abscess and condyloma
It has also been used as a screening tool for prostate cancer
Sims' (lateral) is used for vaginal or rectal examination, for obtaining a rectal temperature, for sigmoidoscopy, or for administering an enema.
It is performed by means of inserting a gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum and palpating (feeling) for lumps