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At a recent annual exam dr. placed both hands on each side of lower abdomen. what was he checking for? i forgot to ask him.
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Exam: This could be an exam for the intestines, ovaries, or kidneys depending on where he was palpating. Likely if he did not comment, it was normal!
Answered 1/3/2016
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