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Digital rectal exam (DRE): An exam to detect abnormalities that can be felt (palpated) from within the rectum. The doctor inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the rectum and feels for anything that is not normal.
The digital rectal exam is an important screening test for the detection of tumors of the rectum and prostate abnormalities, including benign enlargement of the prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) and cancer of the prostate.
A digital (finger) rectal examination is done to check for problems with organs or other structures in the pelvis and lower belly. During the examination ...
A digital rectal exam is an examination of the lower rectum. The doctor uses a gloved, lubricated finger to check for abnormalities. How the Test is ...
A digital rectal exam can be used to detect abnormalities of the prostate or prostate cancer.
The digital rectal exam is an essential part of the detection and early diagnosis of prostate cancer. Many men are worried about this test, so it's important ...
Digital rectal exam Definition A digital rectal exam is an examination of the lower rectum. The doctor uses a gloved, lubricated finger to check for abnormalities.