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A member asked:

If doctor did a rectal exam did he test my poop? it was really quick?

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Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Depends: If it is routine rectal examination stool will not be tested, if needed yes stool will be tested.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/22/2013

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