proctoscopy
Looking inside rectum
Proctoscopy is a medical examination of the rectum and lower colon using a proctoscope—a short, rigid tube with a light.
The procedure allows doctors to inspect the rectal lining for abnormalities like hemorrhoids, polyps, or inflammation: The doctor recommended a proctoscopy to investigate the bleeding.
Swollen anal blood vessels
- fissureNarrow crack in rock
- adenomaBenign epithelial tumor
- biopsyTissue sample for diagnosis
- prolapseOrgan slipping from place
diverticulosis · abnormality · pathology · diagnosis · findings · visualization
Instrument for examining colon
- speculumMedical opening device
- lubricantFriction-reducing substance
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
- insufflationBlowing into body cavity
visualization · sedation · outpatient · gastroenterologist · draping · insertion · withdrawal · documentation
Force upon contact
- crampingInvoluntary muscle contraction
- tendernessGentle, caring quality
- sorenessTender, painful sensation
- burningCombustion in progress
embarrassment · anxiety · apprehension · awkwardness · nervousness · vulnerability · privacy · dignity
Diseased without outward signs
- guidelinesSuggested rules for behavior
- referralDirecting someone elsewhere
hemorrhoids
Swollen anal blood vessels
prolapse · diverticulosis · abnormality · pathology · diagnosis · findings · visualization
rectoscope
Instrument for examining colon
insufflation · visualization · sedation · outpatient · gastroenterologist · draping · insertion · withdrawal · documentation
pressure
Force upon contact
- crampingInvoluntary muscle contraction
- tendernessGentle, caring quality
- sorenessTender, painful sensation
burning · embarrassment · anxiety · apprehension · awkwardness · nervousness · vulnerability · privacy · dignity · reassurance
asymptomatic
Diseased without outward signs
- guidelinesSuggested rules for behavior
- referralDirecting someone elsewhere
proctoscopygastroscopy
Internal stomach viewing procedure
laryngoscopy · bronchoscopy · cystoscopy · hysteroscopy · arthroscopy