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Where are internal hemorrhoids located? would they be able to feel them in a rectal exam?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Yes: if properly performed by experienced examiner should be able to feel. Also an amps copy can be done in office to visualize the as well.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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