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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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Dr. Laura Anissian answered

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!

Dr Seibert and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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A member asked:

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.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Dr Seibert and another doctor agreed

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