A member asked:

Took 8 yr old son in for a physical. she checked his testicles without gloves and without explanation. is this normal? he was uncomfortable.

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Dr. Alan Levine answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Normal.....: Although gloves might have been used, examination of the testicles is part of any normal male exam. If he were cooperative , she might even have checked him for a hernia.......

Answered 8/6/2015

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