Question 1

tengo sangrado rectal?

Accepted Answer

Hemorragia rectal: Si el sangrado rectal es pesado puede acudir a la sala de emergencias pronto.

Question 2

can i take dok 100 mg rectal?

Accepted Answer

Docusate: Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.  Docusate does come in an enema preparation, and that specific medication can be taken rectally of course.

Question 3

what is normal rectal temperature?

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See Below: Kyle,

A normal rectal temperature is anything less than 100.4 Anything over than that is a fever. Hope this helps!

Question 4

how do i take a rectal temperature?

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Just go for it!: Actually very easy. Get a basic $10 rectal thermometer, place a small amount of petroleum jelly on the end, lay the baby on his back, lift the legs, hit the button, and insert the thermometer about 3-4 mm, or until the silver part disappears. Wait for the beep and get the reading. Make sure a diaper is nearby, they poop afterwards!

Question 5

what are d.r.e's (rectal exams) for?

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Is it all OK?: Part of any physical exam, dre checks out what is happening inside your anal area, can palpate the prostate in  men, check for hemorrhoids, fissures, abnormal masses, hidden blood, and other abnormaliteis that may or may not cause problems for you. Part of any routine physical after age 40 in both men and women--not to be skipped espite the squeamishness many have in getting it done!

Question 6

i have low rectal tag , what could be?

Accepted Answer

Some possibilities: If a person was not born with a tag there, then it often is a hemorrhoid tag at the anus. Since it is hard for a person to see that area of his body, a primary care doctor should take a look. Sometimes warts or less commonly other lumps, masses, or tumors can be there.

Question 7

rectal temperature of 99. 6 is it normal?

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Temperature: Yes, that temperature is normal. The rectal temperature normally higher than oral one between 0.5-1 degree F.

Question 8

are rectal temperatures the most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Rectal temps show core body temp, less likely to be affected by rapid breathing, drinking of liquids and other factors that can affect oral temps. Ear temps in babies closely approximate these and are generally easier to take, but most adults balk at this method. Sometimes used in ICU sedated patients too. More 'accurate' in that they are less easily altered by environmental variables.

Question 9

what is normal rectal temperature of body?

Accepted Answer

99°F: The average normal oral temperature is 98.6°F (37°C).
A rectal temperature is 0.5°F (0.3°C) to 1°F (0.6°C) higher than an oral temperature.

Question 10

is a rectal temperature of 99.8 high in adults?

Accepted Answer

No: rectal temperature is usually 1 degree higher than oral temp so is equivalent to 98.8 orally which is considered normal.

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