When is it necessary to do anal examination and anoscopy?

Digital rectal examination and anoscopy are commonly used methods for diagnosing anorectal diseases. If there are lesions in the liver portal and rectum, they can be detected through digital rectal examination and anoscopy. However, patients with anal fissures or rectal stenosis should not undergo anoscopy. If you have anorectal diseases, you must go to a regular hospital for examination in time, find out the cause, and treat it under the guidance of a doctor.

Under what circumstances are digital anal examination and anoscopy necessary?

1. If you feel discomfort in the anal area, or if there are abnormal bowel movements such as blood in the stool, difficulty in defecation, or unformed stools, you should go to the anorectal department for treatment. Normally, a doctor will perform a digital rectal examination during a physical examination. As for anal endoscopy, your doctor will determine whether it is necessary based on your specific condition.

2. In addition to using medication, special attention should be paid to anal care. The specific method is to prepare an anorectal rehabilitation kit, which contains a handheld Washlet for washing with water after each bowel movement. Wiping with paper will not only cause pain but also rub feces into the wound. The painless breathable pad of the anorectal rehabilitation bag is used to suspend the anus for ventilation and promote wound healing. There is also an anal hydrotherapy device inside, which is used for Chinese medicine or potassium permanganate fumigation bath. It can be placed on the toilet and done in a sitting position. Squatting on the ground with a basin is not convenient and there is a risk of tearing the wound.

3. Digital rectal examination and anoscopy are commonly used methods for diagnosing anorectal diseases. If there are lesions in the liver portal and rectum, they can be detected through digital rectal examination and anoscopy. However, patients with anal fissures or rectal stenosis should not undergo anoscopy. If you have anorectal diseases, you must go to a regular hospital for examination in time to find out the cause and treat it under the guidance of a doctor.

Under what circumstances are digital anal examination and anoscopy necessary?

1. If you feel discomfort in the anal area, or if there are abnormal bowel movements such as blood in the stool, difficulty in defecation, or unformed stools, you should go to the anorectal department for treatment. Normally, a doctor will perform a digital rectal examination during a physical examination. As for anal endoscopy, your doctor will determine whether it is necessary based on your specific condition. 2. In addition to using medication, special attention should be paid to anal care. The specific method is to prepare an anorectal rehabilitation kit, which contains a handheld Washlet for washing with water after each bowel movement. Wiping with paper will not only cause pain but also rub feces into the wound. The painless breathable pad of the anorectal rehabilitation bag is used to suspend the anus for ventilation and promote wound healing. There is also an anal hydrotherapy device inside, which is used for Chinese medicine or potassium permanganate fumigation bath. It can be placed on the toilet and done in a sitting position. Squatting on the ground with a basin is not convenient and there is a risk of tearing the wound. 3. Special reminder: Anorectal rehabilitation kits are generally available in large specialized hospitals. You can ask the doctor to prescribe one, but the price is at least twice as expensive as on Taobao. It is recommended that you prepare one yourself. 4. Relax mentally and don’t have too much pressure. Anal examination is the same as other examinations, which are done for the sake of physical health. It will feel a little uncomfortable, but just go to a regular hospital.

Patients generally do not need to make special preparations before undergoing anorectoscopy. They only need to empty their bowels before the examination. The examination process is generally painless, so patients do not need to be nervous. Do not clamp your buttocks on both sides, especially the anus should be relaxed. After the examination, eating and drinking activities can proceed normally. For some patients who undergo tissue biopsy or polyp removal during the examination, they should take appropriate rest.

In what cases is anoscopy necessary?

1. People over 40 years old, especially men. Combined with fecal occult blood test, it can be used as a more effective screening method for rectal cancer and can detect some serious anorectal lesions at an early stage.

2. Mucus and blood in the stool appear for a long time.

3. Blood in stool.

4. Frequent distension in the left lower abdomen, tenesmus during defecation, and anorectal pain.

5. If a mass is felt during rectal examination, it needs to be identified.

6. Changes in stool shape, such as triangular, flat strips, or changes in bowel habits and difficulty in defecation.

7. If you have a family history of rectal polyps or have ever had rectal polyps, you should have a follow-up examination 1-2 times a year.