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Can a rectal exam detect hemorrhoids?

I think I have hemorrhoids. Can a rectal exam detect hemorrhoids?

3 Answers

Yes, internal hemorrhoids can be felt during a rectal exam. An anoscopy or colonoscopy can be done to actually visualize the hemorrhoids.
Yes, if they a Grade 4 they hang out pass the anus.
A rectal exam and anoscopy are the best detectors of hemorrhoids.